HYUNDAI ELANTRA (2001)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 67 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
63%
Total Tests (2024)
67
Avg Mileage
93,713 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,217
Is the 2001 HYUNDAI ELANTRA reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 19 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the HYUNDAI brand average of 83%.
At 23 years old, 63% of HYUNDAI ELANTRAs from 2001 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 67 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 93,713 miles.
How does the 2001 HYUNDAI ELANTRA compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2001 HYUNDAI ELANTRA has 93,713 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 170,200 miles for a 23-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
Best year to buy a HYUNDAI ELANTRA?
The most reliable year is the 2004 model with a 66% MOT pass rate, while the 2002 model has the lowest at 47%. The 2001 sits between the two at 63%.
How much does a 2001 HYUNDAI ELANTRA cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
HYUNDAI ELANTRA by Year
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About the 2001 HYUNDAI ELANTRA
The 2001 HYUNDAI ELANTRA is a family car with a 1975cc petrol engine. 67 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 92% of 2001 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 93,713 miles at 23 years old, HYUNDAI ELANTRA owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2001 HYUNDAI ELANTRA Fuel Costs
The 1975cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2001 HYUNDAI ELANTRA?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,217 (£185/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 63% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
HYUNDAI ELANTRA Reliability Trend
Newer HYUNDAI ELANTRAs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 10 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2001 HYUNDAI ELANTRA
At 23 years old, the HYUNDAI ELANTRA is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2004 model has the highest pass rate at 66%. Note: with only 67 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2001 HYUNDAI ELANTRA
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- MINI MINI (2003) 72% pass rate (+9%) from 25,713 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2003) 68% pass rate (+5%) from 22,313 tests
- HONDA CIVIC (2002) 72% pass rate (+9%) from 12,455 tests
- VAUXHALL ASTRA (2002) 69% pass rate (+6%) from 10,704 tests