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MINI Cooper Reliability through March 31, 2013
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
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2013 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
121-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| MINI Cooper in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2012 | 4000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2013 | 10000 | 0 | Passenger door difficult to open. Repaired via warranty work - re routed cables inside door. |
2012 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 208hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in Districto Federal, Mexico | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2012 | 22320 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 22320 | 0 | gearbox |
2012 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
121-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2011 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2012 | 2000 | 0 | Check engine light came on, apparently a faulty spark plug. |
| Mar | 2013 | 7000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in South Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 4000 | 0 | Faulty sensor made the car think it was over heating. |
| Dec | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2012 MINI Cooper 2dr Convertible
turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| MINI Cooper in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2011 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2012 | 6000 | 0 | Gasket on body for the passenger door came loose and was replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 10000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in South Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2012 | 5000 | 0 | Had a check engine code. Appeared to be an emission issue however, dealer could find no reason for the warning and reset. |
| Mar | 2013 | 10000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2011 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2011 | 8000 | 0 | Dealer replaced the coolant thermostat. |
| Dec | 2011 | 8000 | 0 | rough idle at start; very notchy clutch |
| MINI Cooper in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2010 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2011 | 11000 | 0 | Excessive noise/vibration when A/C engaged. TSB: vibration damper installed on on A/C suction line. (TSB SI M64 01 10) |
| Jan | 2013 | 21000 | 0 | Timing chain tensioner seal leaking. R&R seal |
| Mar | 2013 | 22000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2011 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
121-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2011 | 6000 | 48 | Water pump replaced under warranty and engine oil was changed. |
| Jun | 2012 | 14000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2011 | 5000 | 0 | Faulty thermostat - replaced. |
| May | 2013 | 20000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2011 MINI Cooper 2dr Convertible
turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| MINI Cooper in Arkansas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2011 | 2000 | 0 | Squeaking noise heard when the convertible top was put up. Dealer lubricated the convertible mechanism and solved the problem. |
| Sep | 2012 | 7000 | 0 | Computer threw an engine-trouble false alarm and put the engine into low-power "limp-home mode". Diagnosed at dealer -- computer board replaced. |
2010 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in Arkansas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 10000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2010 | 17000 | 0 | Hood scoop warped due to heat from turbo. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in Missouri, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 0 | Replaced seals on low pressure fuel pump vapor recirculation after check engine light came on | |
| Mar | 2013 | 39000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2010 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| MINI Cooper in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2010 | 3000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 3000 | 0 | Rattle from rear hatch Unable to unlock driver side door |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2010 MINI Cooper 2dr Convertible
turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| MINI Cooper in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2010 | 2300 | 0 | Trunk release button did not work on delivery. Trunk lock assembly replaced |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2010 MINI Cooper 2dr Convertible
turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2010 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2010 | 0 | Emissions Hose was loose, causing CEL to come on. | |
| May | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2009 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 208hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in New Hampshire, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2008 | 5000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 11000 | 0 | Loose timing chain tensioner. |
| Nov | 2009 | 15700 | 0 | Hood release latch broke. |
| Jan | 2010 | 20000 | 0 | Ice in the intake manifold due to a design flaw. Intake manifold was replaced. |
| Jun | 2010 | 26000 | 0 | Passenger air bag failed. Dealer had to order a replacement part. |
| Sep | 2011 | 38000 | 0 | Clutch pedal had developed a clicking noise/feel. One of the parts related to the clutch pedal was adjusted. |
| Feb | 2013 | 52500 | 0 | Timing chain tensioner was rattling and had to be replaced. Already had a fix made in 2009 which clearly did not fully solve the issue. |
| Mar | 2013 | 53000 | 950 | Leaky water pump and thermostat housing. Those caused the serpentine belt tensioner to seize and belt to wear. All needed replacement. |
| MINI Cooper in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 50000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 50000 | 600 | The new service manager of MINI at Sterling of BMW & Sterling - saved my life - she got Mini of NA to pay half for the repair ref. good will because of on-going problems with the transmission. She was a fantastic advocate for my problem with my 03 Mini. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in Nevada, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 7000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 8000 | 0 | High pressure fuel pump replaced one week after purchase. |
| Feb | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2009 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in Great Britain | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2009 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2009 | 0 | Minor paint flaw. Swarf or dust trapped between paint and clear coat. Steering wheel not straight. Dealer said it is OK. I'll get it fixed next time. | |
| Jul | 2010 | 5000 | 0 | new shock absorber fitted following knocking noise. |
| Aug | 2010 | 5000 | 0 | tailgate crooked and makes knocking noise over bumbs |
| Aug | 2011 | 10000 | 0 | Poor starting when cold. High pressure fuel pump replaced. |
| Jun | 2012 | 13000 | 0 | Exhaust tips replaced under warranty due to rust |
| Feb | 2013 | 15700 | 0 | Problem: engine management light on, poor running. Various tests carried out. Fitted new inlet pressure sensor. |
| Mar | 2013 | 16000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2009 | 1000 | 300 | Rear wheel rubbing sound washer jet clogged |
| Apr | 2011 | 23000 | 0 | Driver side lock actuator was faulty. Could not lock doors. When exiting car, windows would roll down, sunroof would vent and could lock car. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2009 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in British Columbia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2008 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2009 | 2480 | 0 | REPLACED PASSENGER FOG LIGHT DUE TO CONSTANT CONDENSATION |
| Jul | 2009 | 6200 | 0 | TRUNK HATCH OPENED UNEXPECTANTLY & FEREQUENTLY-ON ROAD OR PARKED. ELECTRIC DOOR LOCKS HAD TO BE ENGAGED AS SOON AS YOU ENTERED THE CAR OR THE TRUNK POPPED OPEN. MOISTURE PROBLEM IN HANDLE-PARTS ORDERED TRUNK HATCH & ELECTRONICS HARNESS REPLACED- NO FUTHER PROBLEMS TO DATE |
| Apr | 2011 | 26040 | 0 | WATER LEAKED PAST SEAL @ REAR WIPER ARM SEAL FILLING TAILGATE |
| Jan | 2012 | 32540 | 0 | drivers window would not roll up fully. |
| Sep | 2012 | 38440 | 0 | DRIVER'S SEAT TORN/WORN OUT. MATERAIL REPLACED |
| Mar | 2013 | 44020 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2008 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in Mississippi, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2009 | 8000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 14000 | 110 | Door handle began to malfunction requiring multiple attempts to open door. The door handle is the comfort access with the keyless entry radio transmitter. The part was ordered and was in within 3 days. |
| Jul | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2008 | 6000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2009 | 10000 | 0 | Windows incorrectly dropping for anti-pinch protection. Footwell module ordered. |
| Jul | 2009 | 11000 | 0 | Replaced footwell module to solve window problem. |
| Sep | 2009 | 14000 | 0 | Hood scoop melted & replaced under warranty |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2008 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| MINI Cooper in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2008 | 7000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2009 | 7000 | 0 | Replaced all four fuel injectors due to oxygen mix problem. |
| Jun | 2009 | 10000 | 0 | Faulty clamp to catalytic converter caused the oxygen mix to be all messed up and CEL light to constantly warn. Dealer fixed clamp and assured me that this issue has been put to bed. We'll see. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2008 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2008 | 9000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2009 | 9000 | 0 | Passenger air bag light illuminates, meaning the air bag has been disabled in spite of there being a fullgrown passenger of sufficient weight seated properly. Driver's side window malfunction - window was "possessed" and opened halfway automatically when driver tried to close the window. |
| Feb | 2009 | 10000 | 0 | Window malfunction - auto up failed and when closed using switch, window would automatically open halfway. |
| Jun | 2009 | 11000 | 0 | submitted lemon-law paperwork; dealer could not replicate for our 2008 MINI, but the service manager and head mechanic did witness this problem when we test drove a dealer-buyback 2009 to replace the 2008 |
| MINI Cooper in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2009 | 14000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2009 | 19000 | 0 | Minor problem with windows not closing correctly - no auto-up on passenger's window, and sometimes required a few tries to get it closed even manually. |
| Oct | 2009 | 32000 | 0 | Gas gauge reading sometimes inaccurate. Repaired even though they couldn't see it happen. |
| Jun | 2010 | 45000 | 0 | Driver's mirror noisy (squeaky). Replaced but still noisy. Window auto-close function broken again. |
| Mar | 2013 | 92000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2007 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| MINI Cooper in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2008 | 0 | Check Engine Light - Faulty gas cap? 2 days in the shop | |
| Feb | 2008 | 0 | Check engine light came back on - 2 weeks in the shop to replace carbon canister on gas tank - Service department not very nice, but the loaner car was OK | |
| Mar | 2008 | 0 | Intermittent wipers stopped working - will have it looked at during next oil change | |
| Apr | 2008 | 0 | Fog Light needed to be replaced because it stopped working. There was a warning light for it. We hoped a new car would not have this many issues. | |
| Dec | 2009 | 18000 | 0 | Whistle from under hood. Dealer replaced belt tensioner, but did not fix problem. |
| Mar | 2010 | 22500 | 0 | Warning light went off and they fixed it after having the car for 3 days. Light came back on in a couple days and needed to spend another week in the shop to fix. |
| May | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2007 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2009 | 38000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2010 | 39000 | 400 | Mass Flow Sensor Reset |
| Apr | 2011 | 62000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in Oregon, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2007 | 0 | repaired sunroof shades (twice) for both back and front shades | |
| Nov | 2008 | 0 | replaced worn out seatbelt | |
| Jan | 2009 | 3100 | replaced clutch and timing belt, four new tires, electrical module (major malfunction). Some covered under warranty. Still pulls to right | |
| Nov | 2009 | 29000 | 0 | Replaced electrical module to fix: warning light that wouldn’t go off, consistently pulling to the right when braking and starting up (anti slip feature), turn signal wouldn't cancel, and the windshield washers turned on and off as if by poltergeists. Fixed worn out rotors. |
| Dec | 2009 | 29000 | 0 | When sold still had continuing problems with the sunroof where I had to push up on the window while pushing the open switch to open it up. |
| MINI Cooper in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 85000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2010 | 92000 | 300 | Cracked thermostat housing replaced |
| Aug | 2011 | 145000 | 1100 | Passenger's rear strut failure, caused misalignment and tire wear/noise |
| Oct | 2012 | 183000 | 0 | Worn bearings |
2007 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| MINI Cooper in Connecticut, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2009 | 0 | Tailgate latch needed to be repaired | |
| Dec | 2009 | 51000 | 500 | Needed new front brake pads and rotors. |
| Mar | 2011 | 75000 | 450 | I needed to replace my coils and plugs to fix an engine misfire. Oddly, I got no check engine light for this. |
| Feb | 2012 | 95000 | 1200 | New front brakes and pads Also needed a new water pump |
| Mar | 2013 | 99000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
supercharged 207hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2009 | 0 | Replaced leaking thermostat | |
| May | 2009 | 0 | Replaced front wheel speed sensor | |
| Dec | 2009 | 32000 | 0 | hydraulic motor mount failed and need to be replaced |
| Jul | 2010 | 41000 | 0 | Center silencer of the exhaust failed and needed to be replaced |
| Nov | 2011 | 61500 | 60 | replaced serpentine belt per manufacture recommendation due to mileage, and replaced transmission fluid. |
| Mar | 2012 | 66000 | 0 | Replaced TMAP sensor |
| May | 2012 | 68700 | 0 | vacuum line in the airbox was broken |
| Feb | 2013 | 79000 | 350 | vacuum leak |
| Mar | 2013 | 80000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| MINI Cooper in British Columbia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 41540 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 44020 | 0 | Electrical issue. The rear hatch kept opening once the rear button control was moist. Replaced entire rear hatch handle (electronic control section). Coolant thermometer would not hold a pressure test so it was replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 57040 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 48000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2009 | 49000 | 0 | Dealer mentioned Gas cap was leaking Thermostat was leaking. |
| Mar | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 38000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2009 | 40000 | 0 | Water leaking to inside of back window. Suspected window seal, turned out to be seal for center-mounted brake light above window. Replaced under warranty. |
| Dec | 2009 | 44000 | 107 | Slight mushrooming of strut mount--a common problem with MINIs of this vintage. Was advised that problem is minor and to simply align wheels at this time. Further mushrooming will require a more expensive repair. |
| Dec | 2010 | 51000 | 479 | State annual inspection revealed front brake pads and rotors below acceptable standard. Had both front pads and rotors replaced in order to pass inspection. |
| Mar | 2012 | 61000 | 2825 | Replace rear pads, rotors, and sensor. Indications were inop e-brake and dash warning light from tripped sensor. Leaking power steering line. Leaking thermostat Leaking oil pan gasket. Control arm bushings worn and loose. |
| Dec | 2012 | 66000 | 711 | Low-pressure steering lines leaking. Dealer replaced lines, flushed system, and refilled with fluid. |
| Mar | 2013 | 68000 | 1006 | We noticed coolant leaking on the garage floor. Radiator was cracked and leaking. Shop replaced radiator and lines, and performed opportunistic replacement of drive belt as well. |
2006 MINI Cooper 2dr Convertible
supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| MINI Cooper in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2009 | 21000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2009 | 22000 | 0 | Status/indicator light panel (i.e. engine temp, open door indicator, TPMS warning) failing to work. Car sometimes idles rougly and even stalls when starting in morning Convertible top squeals very loudly when raising it after it's been down for 1+ hours Status/indicator light panel (i.e. engine temp, open door indicator, TPMS warning) failing to work Top was lubed again, and squeaking has lessened a bit, but it's still there. |
| Dec | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in British Columbia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2008 | 0 | Brought car in for Inspection II. Turned out there was a leak in the steer rack. Replacement covered by warranty. | |
| Nov | 2008 | 45260 | 0 | Dome light shorted out. Complained that the sunroof mechanism seemed to be slower and noisy. Dealer mentioned a service bulletin and said they would fix it. During inspection, dealer noticed oil outside the engine. They replaced the head cover gasket and the oil pan gasket. |
| Dec | 2009 | 62000 | 0 | Fluid from engine mount leaked out. Dealer said it would still be okay to drive with it for awhile. Would replace at next routine maintenance. |
| Feb | 2010 | 63860 | 1700 | Top engine mount leaked fluid. It appears to be a common issue. Replaced the mount. |
| Mar | 2010 | 66340 | 120 | After repairing the top engine mount, the dealer said the lower engine mount was likely worn. Turned out the bushing was cracked. Lower engine mount was replaced. |
| May | 2011 | 81840 | 300 | Power steering pump return hose leak |
| Mar | 2012 | 91140 | 735 | Fuel pump failure while on a MINI club drive |
| Mar | 2013 | 100440 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2008 | 39000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2008 | 40000 | 0 | Squeaks, noisy gear shifting. Oxygen Sensor Front Brakes replacement. |
| Jul | 2010 | 63000 | 1050 | Clutch Cylinder replaced. Leaking Engine Gasket and mount. Front brakes replaced (in extended service warranty) |
| Nov | 2010 | 68000 | 700 | Main Engine Fan was reported to be not working. |
| Dec | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2008 | 14000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2008 | 14000 | 300 | Glove box plastic peeling. |
| May | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2005 | 0 | Replace supercharger belt tensioner. Under Warranty. Remedy Trim Rattles in P/S door pillar. Under Warranty | |
| Nov | 2008 | 29000 | 0 | Leaking fluid. Found to be defective thermostat housing. Replaced Housing, Gasket and Thermostat. Added Coolant. |
| Feb | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2008 | 24000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2008 | 24000 | 40 | leak in thermostat seal, thermostat replaced. |
| May | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2004 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
supercharged 163hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2010 | 86000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2011 | 88000 | 400 | front/rear pads/rear sensor/front rotors |
| Sep | 2011 | 94000 | 160 | A pillar exterior finishing panel detached during normal highway driving. replaced with updated design from dealer. Common issue |
| Nov | 2011 | 94700 | 50 | replace left front shock mount replace oil pan gasket |
| Jan | 2013 | 104300 | 65 | Replaced passenger front strut bearing. Original part with 104k on it. Strut bearing was cracked 85% through and making noise on bumps. Replaced driver front strut bearing. Part covered under parts warranty, as it had 6k miles and 12 months on it. |
| Mar | 2013 | 105000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in Maine, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2010 | 84000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2010 | 85000 | 650 | electric steering pump failed and was replaced. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2004 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
115-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
| MINI Cooper in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 48000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2011 | 50700 | 100 | Replace worn brake pads |
| Feb | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2004 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
115-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2011 | 116000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 118000 | 300 | Broken tie rod - mechanic replaced rather easily. Had alignment done afterward. |
| Nov | 2011 | 131000 | 0 | Clutch went out, grinding noise followed by loss of pressure and not working at all. Needed to be replaced. Traded it in instead. |
| Dec | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2010 | 72000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 77000 | 1100 | Leaking valve gasket and leaking oil pan gasket. control arm bushings worn so replaced oxygen sensor replaced for service engine light; second time in the car's life; MINI has extended the emissions warranty to 10yr/100k because a known problem. |
| Jun | 2012 | 90000 | 800 | Needed new driver's side rear brake calipers; seizing and scraping. Driver's side emergency brake cable snapped. |
| Oct | 2012 | 93000 | 1300 | Progressive, loud, rubbing noise from left rear wheel. Diagnoses as worn wheel bearing. Loud muffler, hole found in pipe and muffler, hangers replaced as well |
| Dec | 2012 | 94000 | 550 | Brake lines rusted through and thusly were leaking. |
| May | 2013 | 99000 | 650 | Hinges for rear hatch failed, couldn't close hatch, wasn't aligned any more |
2003 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
supercharged 163hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2009 | 100000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2009 | 102000 | 479 | Rear brake pads worn, unevenly. Parking brake cables misaligned, causing uneven wear of the rear pads. |
| Oct | 2010 | 112000 | 180 | Noticed slight exhaust leak sound, couldn't find the source. After 1-2 weeks, the exh. manifold broke right at the 1st cat. Suspect it's too close to the cat to re-weld. Replaced entire mfld with used part. New was $1350 at discount dealer. |
| Dec | 2010 | 114000 | 21 | Cowl vent foam had deteriorated and almost completely disappeared over time. Replaced foam with pre-cut foam from Minifini. |
| Aug | 2011 | 118000 | 7 | Power steering fluid had been leaking from reservoir cap for months. I assumed it was due to overheated fluid spewing from the breather. Found out that a bad o-ring on the cap is a common problem. No evidence of leakage since the repair. |
| Mar | 2012 | 120000 | 153 | Engine cooling fan low speed stopped working; fan would stay off until the car got hot enough to engage high speed. Replaced cooling fan/shroud assembly with aftermarket part. Bumper & radiator support must be slid forward for access. Small oil leak from front of engine and oil pan area. Since radiator support was already pulled forward for fan replacement, decided to replace the oil pan gasket and re-seal the crank angle sensor, both common oil leak locations. Side marker bulb apparently overheated and melted the plastic at the socket. The socket broke off the lamp housing and was dangling by its harness. There were no signs of external damage. Replaced side marker lamp assembly. |
| Feb | 2013 | 127500 | 1 | Had to pull inner door handle 3-7x before the door would open. Cable had stretched and cable end had popped out of its holder. Reinstalled in holder, routed cable to take up slack, put a fastener in an unused hole to keep cable in place. |
| Mar | 2013 | 128000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2003 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
115-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
| MINI Cooper in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2009 | 40000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 41000 | 0 | ignition switch |
| Jul | 2010 | 47000 | 730 | new starter |
| Mar | 2013 | 56000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2003 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
115-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2009 | 11000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2009 | 12000 | 0 | Light indicated overheating went on during commute home. Coolant level very low. Radiator will need to be replaced. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2009 | 64000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2009 | 65000 | 0 | Clutch pedal no longer engaged clutch. Could not drive. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2002 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
supercharged 163hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2012 | 156000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2012 | 156700 | 0 | Cooling fan relay switch defective. |
| Dec | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2012 | 63000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2012 | 68000 | 550 | Replaced front brake pads and rotors. Replaced brake fluid. |
| Jun | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2002 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
115-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2004 | 0 | Passenger Front Door Speaker Buzzes - Ordered speaker - Warranty Reverse gear is difficult to engage when cold - The reverse gear is a non synchronized gear - Warranty | |
| Aug | 2006 | 0 | Body Electrical - Belt Tensioner - Replace Seat Belt Buckle - Warranty | |
| MINI Cooper in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2012 | 59000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2012 | 62000 | 0 | Passenger Belt Pretensioner had a bad crimp in the electrical connector. Covered under extended 10yr MINI warranty. |
| Apr | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in British Columbia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2012 | 74400 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2013 | 98980 | 1200 | was a recall problem. called Mini and they did not have a record of my VIN being recalled, but I did receive a letter --- misplaced. Surprized at their reaction. |
| Apr | 2013 | 99200 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
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