Mazda MX-5 Miata Maintenance Costs
A Mazda MX-5 Miata will cost about $5,761 for maintenance and repairs during its first 10 years of service.
This beats the industry average for popular convertible models by $1,529. There is also a 16.77% chance that a MX-5 Miata will require a major repair during that time. This is 4.73% better than similar vehicles in this segment. The chart below illustrates how these costs and repair probabilities will increase over time.
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Mazda MX-5 Miata Maintenance Costs
| Year | Major Repair Probability | Annual Costs |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1.73% | $209 |
| 2 | 2.87% | $241 |
| 3 | 3.22% | $293 |
| 4 | 5.68% | $376 |
| 5 | 8.14% | $445 |
| 6 | 9.16% | $554 |
| 7 | 9.88% | $774 |
| 8 | 12.77% | $862 |
| 9 | 14.12% | $943 |
| 10 | 16.77% | $1,064 |
| 11 | 25.97% | $1,079 |
| 12 | 32.31% | $1,209 |
Mazda MX-5 Miata Maintenance Schedule
| Mileage | Recommended Maintenance |
|---|---|
| 7,500 | Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter |
| 15,000 | Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter |
| 22,500 | Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter |
| 30,000 | Lubricate Doors, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter, Lubricate Trunk |
| 37,500 | Replace Air Filter, Lubricate Doors, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter, Lubricate Trunk |
| 45,000 | Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter |
| 52,500 | Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter |
| 60,000 | Rotate Tires, Cooling System Flush, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter, Transmission Fluid Service, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Differential / Gear Oil Replacement |
| 67,500 | Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter |
| 75,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Spark Plugs Replacement, Valve Clearance Adjustment |
| 82,500 | Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter |
| 90,000 | Rotate Tires, Cooling System Flush, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors |
| 97,500 | Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter |
| 105,000 | Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter |
| 112,500 | Replace Air Filter, Lubricate Doors, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter, Lubricate Trunk |
| 120,000 | Rotate Tires, Cooling System Flush, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter, Transmission Fluid Service, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Differential / Gear Oil Replacement |
| 127,500 | Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter |
| 135,000 | Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter |
| 142,500 | Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter |
| 150,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Cooling System Flush, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Spark Plugs Replacement |
What About Mazda MX-5 Miata Insurance Costs?
The average cost to insure a Mazda MX-5 Miata is about $1,441 per year. This adds up to around $7,205 after 5 years of vehicle ownership. Unlike regular maintenance, this expense can often be lowered by shopping around for lower insurance premiums. Comparing quotes will ensure that you are not overpaying if you already own a Mazda MX-5 Miata. Or, if you are just researching, then it would be money-wise to know this cost before buying. Try our Competitive Quote Tool or the form below to get free quotes. Advertising Disclosure
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Mazda MX-5 Miata Maintenance Rankings
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