HYUNDAI LANTRA (1999)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 62 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
63%
Total Tests (2024)
62
Avg Mileage
99,704 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,217
Is the 1999 HYUNDAI LANTRA 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 25 years old, 63% of HYUNDAI LANTRAs from 1999 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 62 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 99,704 miles.
How does the 1999 HYUNDAI LANTRA compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 1999 HYUNDAI LANTRA has 99,704 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 185,000 miles for a 25-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
Best year to buy a HYUNDAI LANTRA?
The most reliable year is the 2000 model with a 73% MOT pass rate, while the 1999 model has the lowest at 63%. Consider a different year if reliability is a priority.
How much does a 1999 HYUNDAI LANTRA 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 LANTRA by Year
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About the 1999 HYUNDAI LANTRA
The 1999 HYUNDAI LANTRA is a family car with a 1975cc petrol engine. 62 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 93% of 1999 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 99,704 miles at 25 years old, HYUNDAI LANTRA owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
1999 HYUNDAI LANTRA 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 1999 HYUNDAI LANTRA?
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 LANTRA Reliability Trend
Older HYUNDAI LANTRAs tend to have better MOT pass rates than newer ones, with an average decline of 4 percentage points across model years.
Buying a Used 1999 HYUNDAI LANTRA
At 25 years old, the HYUNDAI LANTRA 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 62 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 1999 HYUNDAI LANTRA
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FOCUS (2001) 68% pass rate (+5%) from 10,188 tests
- MAZDA MX-5 (1999) 73% pass rate (+10%) from 8,535 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (1999) 71% pass rate (+8%) from 8,442 tests
- HONDA CIVIC (2001) 70% pass rate (+7%) from 8,335 tests