HYUNDAI ELANTRA (2004)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 53 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
66%
Total Tests (2024)
53
Avg Mileage
102,607 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,927
Is the 2004 HYUNDAI ELANTRA reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 16 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the HYUNDAI brand average of 83%.
At 20 years old, 66% of HYUNDAI ELANTRAs from 2004 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 53 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 102,607 miles.
How does the 2004 HYUNDAI ELANTRA compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2004 HYUNDAI ELANTRA has 102,607 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 148,000 miles for a 20-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 2004 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 2004 HYUNDAI ELANTRA
The 2004 HYUNDAI ELANTRA is a family car with a 1991cc diesel engine. 53 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 88% of 2004 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 102,607 miles at 20 years old, HYUNDAI ELANTRA owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2004 HYUNDAI ELANTRA Fuel Costs
The 1991cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 48 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,037 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). Diesel cars of this age should have their DPF (diesel particulate filter) checked, as replacements can be costly.
What does it cost to own a 2004 HYUNDAI ELANTRA?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,927 (£161/month), broken down as £1037 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 66% 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 2004 HYUNDAI ELANTRA
At 20 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. Note: with only 53 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2004 HYUNDAI ELANTRA
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines:
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2006) 72% pass rate (+6%) from 60,321 tests
- VAUXHALL ASTRA (2005) 69% pass rate (+3%) from 29,377 tests
- HONDA CIVIC (2006) 71% pass rate (+5%) from 28,045 tests
- AUDI A3 (2006) 73% pass rate (+7%) from 24,088 tests