Vehicle maintenance is one of the ongoing costs of owning a car in the UK. Regular servicing, repairs, tyres and replacement parts can add up over time. This car maintenance cost calculator estimates how much vehicle maintenance could cost per year based on mileage and typical maintenance costs per mile.
You can also estimate insurance costs with our Car Insurance Cost Calculator UK and total ownership costs with our Car Cost Calculator UK.
Calculate Car Maintenance Costs
Use the calculator below to estimate how much car maintenance could cost based on annual mileage and typical maintenance costs per mile.
If you are unsure what maintenance cost per mile to use, many UK drivers estimate between £0.05 and £0.12 per mile depending on the vehicle type and age. A value around £0.08 per mile is often used as a general estimate.
What Affects Car Maintenance Costs?
- Vehicle age
- Annual mileage
- Driving conditions
- Type of vehicle
- Maintenance schedule
- Parts and labour costs
How much does car maintenance cost per year in the UK?
Many drivers spend between £500 and £1000 per year on vehicle maintenance depending on the vehicle and mileage.
Does higher mileage increase maintenance cost?
Yes. Higher mileage usually increases maintenance costs because parts wear out faster and servicing is required more frequently.
What is included in vehicle maintenance costs?
Maintenance costs typically include servicing, tyres, brakes, repairs and replacement parts.
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