2005 MINI Cooper Problems and Repair Histories
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MINI Cooper Reliability through December 31, 2012
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.
| Year | Make/Model | Trips/Year/100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | |
| 2005 | MINI Cooper | 33 Coopers, 7.7 months of data per Cooper, average 71200 miles94 |
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2005 MINI Cooper
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| MINI Cooper in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2010 | 50000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2010 | 51000 | 0 | Replaced O2 sensor. |
| Jun | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2010 | 62000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2010 | 64000 | 2000 | Cooling fan was replaced Suspension is loose- not sure of the technical reason. Not a critical fix for now, but expensive. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 47000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2010 | 48000 | 0 | convertible top stopped working (snapped cables operating the sunroof/top. Cost of repair prevented my having the problem fixed. Requested assistance from MINI....local dealer was little help. Doubt there will be any help. |
| Jan | 2012 | 56000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in Victoria, Australia | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 59520 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 66340 | 700 | head gasket engine mount |
| Apr | 2011 | 66340 | 0 | needed $1,500 of repairs when sold |
| MINI Cooper in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2011 | 74400 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 74400 | 0 | I can't open the hood |
| MINI Cooper in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2010 | 42000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2010 | 43000 | 4500 | Gear Box making noise when clutch disengaged. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 36000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2010 | 36000 | 0 | From a previous warranty repair 2 years ago, when the Cabrio top was replaced, the roof frame rattled badly. MINI corporate confirmed a problem with original parts/installation and replaced components at no cost out of warranty. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| MINI Cooper in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2010 | 56000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2010 | 57000 | 0 | Replaced cracked air tube and used car delivery prep. |
| Dec | 2010 | 59000 | 115 | Investigated trouble code:2C10 ("EP" displayed on tranny indicator). One occurrence of code. Fault was cleared. Car driven, fault did not reoccur. Tranny software upgraded. Shop cautioned vigilance to more occurrences. |
| Jan | 2011 | 0 | Another occurrence of trouble code 2C10, shifter fault. The shop had two other MINI Coopers in for repair and reported that our shifter was "very loose" compared to the others. Will order new shifter and replace when arrives. | |
| Feb | 2011 | 1171 | Replaced shifter. | |
| Apr | 2011 | 61300 | 72 | Recurrence of "EP" tranny warning light. Code scan revealed Code 2C10. Shop cleared code and drove in attempt to have fault reoccur, which it didn't. But they state that tranny is "slipping" between 2nd & 3rd. Oil change, char |
| May | 2011 | 61700 | 8755 | Replaced fuel pump. Replaced transmission. |
| Oct | 2011 | 64000 | 0 | "EP" in tranny display. No obvious impairment in performance. Six months since tranny was replaced. Repair consisted of reading code (code I.D. was not reported to owner), clearing error, relearning tranny "adapts" and test drive. |
| Jan | 2012 | 65000 | 0 | Continued investigation of "EP" (2C10 scanned as cause). One day after return of PS hose replacement, "EP" appeared in tranny display. Kept car 10days, clear error, contacted PUMA. Ran PUMA list, nothing found. But not charged. |
| Oct | 2012 | 68000 | 518 | Clear fluid leak. Dealer inspected, cited warped thermostat housing as cause. Replaced housing, thermostat, gasket and coolant was flushed. Addition repairs recommended. Engine mount $3C, brake fluid $1C, front control bushing $7C. |
| Jan | 2013 | 70700 | 42 | Lift supports for rear hatch. In cold temps the hatch would not remain fully open. On really cold days < 20 F the hatch would slowly fall. |
| Mar | 2013 | 72000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in British Columbia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2010 | 25420 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2012 | 33160 | 0 | One rear license plate lens disappeared. MINI PARTS advised that they had to replace the entire lighting bracket($150). However when I found the factory part on the web ($9.00) they were apologetic and installed it gratis. Slow antifreeze leak onto floor of garage. Passenger seat when reclined fully or in full forward tilt position would occasionally not lock when put back up in normal driving position. Sunroof making unhappy noises when closing, less so when opening. |
| Mar | 2013 | 34720 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2012 | 58000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2012 | 58500 | 1070 | Transmission cooler replaced. |
| Oct | 2012 | 60000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2010 | 100 | Coldest day of the year, thermostat froze shut and car almost overheated. Self diagnosed as too little antifreeze in system due to constant topping-up as a result of leaky thermostat housing. Replaced thermostat and re-sealed housing. | |
| May | 2010 | 2200 | Shop gave me some BS about the springs in the pressure plate "stiffening" enough to repeatedly blow out hydraulics. Basically, they were just covering their butts for a faulty diagnosis. Still have the pristine clutch they took out. | |
| Apr | 2011 | 71000 | 10 | Rattling under car at high speed, sounded wind-related. All 3 threaded clips that secure the lower bumper-cover related bolts had rusted out, and the bumper was flapping in the wind. New stainless bolts / nuts forthcoming. |
| Jun | 2011 | 73000 | 0 | Brake pad friction material de-laminated from backing. Aftermarket pads, but the failure occurred on a caliper with separate issues - not sure if this was related. Parking brake began seizing repeatedly. Driver side parking brake cable, previously damaged due to poor design, had been rusting and intermittently jamming for >1 year. Inspection found cable critically damaged due to rust. Removed part. |
| Oct | 2011 | 76000 | 1200 | Dash lights would not shut off regardless of headlight or ignition position. Dealer diagnosed internally shorted control module and replaced - $750. Remote locks also would not work, replaced receiver - $450 |
| Mar | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| 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 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 Wisconsin, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 26000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 27000 | 500 | Broken engine mount |
| MINI Cooper in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 129000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 129000 | 325 | Cleaned some sort of a boost sensor that was causing a miss under load. Total cost of $250, which was mostly diagnostic time. Replaced torn intake boot, $75. |
| Apr | 2011 | 129700 | 75 | Replaced coolant expansion tank. |
| Jul | 2011 | 132000 | 350 | Failed engine mount caused vibration under load. Mount replaced. |
| Aug | 2011 | 132000 | 380 | Replaced leaking valve cover gasket. |
| Nov | 2011 | 134000 | 500 | Windshield (previously replaced) leaked into interior. Fried electronics in mirror. |
| Jun | 2012 | 137000 | 800 | As a result of earlier water leak, the central locking unit went out and had to be replaced. A/C leak. Recharged and diagnostic fluid added. Cruise control not working. Bad clutch sensor. |
| Mar | 2013 | 140000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2011 | 36000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 38000 | 350 | Bushing replaced. |
| Dec | 2011 | 49000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2007 | 0 | Drivers door would not open. Required a re-tensioned cable. Covered under warranty. | |
| Feb | 2009 | 34000 | 0 | Had to replace passenger seat air-bag sensor, light was on. Had to replace 2 bad wheel bearings in front. Had to tighten E-brake cable. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2011 | 35340 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 35340 | 0 | Power steering pump failed, ventilator seized. |
| MINI Cooper in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2007 | 0 | Steering failure. Dealer replaced steering rack, power steering pump, asst. wiring, and electric fan. | |
| MINI Cooper in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2007 | 0 | Defective car alarm system replaced. | |
| Feb | 2008 | 0 | Defective thermostat caused car to overheat. | |
| Mar | 2008 | 0 | Front driver seat replaced; seat heater was overheating seat temperature to 160 degrees F. | |
| MINI Cooper in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2012 | 63000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 70000 | 130 | Replaced both oil cooler seals. |
| Feb | 2013 | 71000 | 330 | Replaced the main gasket seal on the oil cooler |
| Mar | 2013 | 72000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 16000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 23000 | 89 | Check engine light turned on. Two faults, one about a misfire, the other about the ABS. Cleared it and hasn't happened since. |
| Feb | 2012 | 23000 | 250 | Same fault as before. Shop realized battery was the original 7 year old one. Replaced it. |
| Mar | 2013 | 26000 | 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 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. | ||
| MINI Cooper in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 59000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2011 | 60000 | 800 | Leaking main oil seal Oil leak - Valve Cover gasket Head gasket leak Power steering, fan not working Low speed cooling fan failure Front brakes need pads and rotors AC leak, not working |
| MINI Cooper in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 40000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 61000 | 200 | Clutch issue. Sticking when pushed pedal down. |
| MINI Cooper in New Hampshire, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2009 | 40000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2010 | 46500 | 320 | Slight leak from valve cover gasket was noticed during routine (5000 mile) oil change. Also had plugs changed during the VCG replacement. |
| May | 2010 | 53000 | 450 | Power steering fan & pump failure - debris seized fan. |
| Oct | 2010 | 56000 | 710 | 56000 miles, rear brake pads wore to sensors. Fronts have at least another 5000 miles left to them. |
| Mar | 2011 | 63000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in Oregon, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2010 | 67000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2010 | 68300 | 0 | 02 sensor replaced by MINI no charge |
| Jun | 2011 | 78000 | 387 | Worn control arm bushings |
| Feb | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2008 | 34000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2009 | 34000 | 0 | |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in Nevada, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2010 | 36000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2010 | 37000 | 0 | Oxygen sensor, third time replaced. Check engine light has come back on, again. |
| Feb | 2011 | 39000 | 78 | Problematic oxygen sensor replaced, yet again. |
| Mar | 2011 | 39000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 46000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2009 | 47000 | 0 | Replaced defective power steering pump |
| Jan | 2010 | 51300 | 7000 | Transmission fluid leak. |
| Apr | 2010 | 57000 | 1500 | Replaced defective/worn power steering, fan Asked for 4 wheel alignment. Repair shop diagnosed need for new front end bearings and new right front tie rod in order to perform alignment. Drivers seat not sliding forward when seat back is tilted. Reattached cable inside seat back. |
| Jan | 2011 | 65300 | 250 | Passenger side headlight washer broken. Replaced parts with new. |
| Jan | 2012 | 74800 | 450 | Fluid (oil) leaking from right side motor mount. Replaced right side motor mount. Second motor mount replacement in 24 months. Previous repair to same item done in January 2010. |
| Mar | 2012 | 78300 | 450 | Cooling fan cycling on and off every 30 seconds. Needed replacement. |
| Jun | 2012 | 80000 | 400 | Alternator failed. Auxilliary cooling fan failed after being replaced in March. Kept cycling on and off repeatedly. Fan replaced at no charge. |
| Apr | 2013 | 89000 | 1100 | Crank pulley broke and was replaced with new |
| May | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 48000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2009 | 50000 | 0 | Air conditioning fan motor squealed at moderate to high speed. Service Engine Soon light and Electrical Malfunction Lights came on. The car motor sputtered occasionally and the MPH decreased but the car remained driveable. The source of the problem was a disconnected air hose from the supercharger. |
| Nov | 2009 | 62000 | 200 | Power steering fan required replacement. Covered under the extended warranty. Water pump required replacement. Covered under the extended warranty. |
| Mar | 2010 | 68000 | 200 | Power steering motor failed. |
| Sep | 2010 | 77000 | 200 | Passengers side door lock actuator failed. replaced under extended warranty. Supercharger seal and motor mount seal leaking. replaced under extended warranty. |
| Jun | 2012 | 118000 | 1600 | replace clutch replace door latch mechanism |
| Dec | 2012 | 130000 | 500 | ABS sensor in wheel malfunctioned and had to be replaced. |
| Jan | 2013 | 132000 | 150 | Oil pressure sensor malfunctioned and had to be replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 137000 | 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 Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 83000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 84000 | 380 | Failure of speed sensor in driver side wheel hub Pass seat weight sensor pad (airbag sensor) bad. This is the 3rd needing replacement since car was purchased new |
| Oct | 2010 | 85300 | 40 | Mini has a known weak point in the exhaust hangers, mine needed to be welded back on |
| Feb | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2005 | 0 | Broken rear hatch lock. Warranty repair | |
| Mar | 2006 | 0 | Loose left headlight unit. Warranty adjustment | |
| Aug | 2009 | 20000 | 199 | Upper engine mount replaced |
| Jan | 2011 | 23000 | 480 | Left HID headlight housing self-leveling system failed. Replaced complete headlight housing. |
| Feb | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
115-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
| MINI Cooper in Kentucky, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2012 | 52000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 59000 | 400 | oil leak - replaced pan gasket control arm bushings |
| Mar | 2013 | 62000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 24180 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2011 | 26040 | 1200 | air bag light on as weight sensor on passenger seat not working replaced wieght sensor |
| Nov | 2011 | 27280 | 375 | oxygen sensor was not working so was replaced |
| Jan | 2012 | 29760 | 320 | Car was overheating thermostat was replaced. |
| Jan | 2013 | 34720 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
115-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2012 | 41540 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2012 | 44640 | 150 | switch to open hatch, took water or humidity, had a short, unable to open |
| Jan | 2013 | 56860 | 700 | Power steering electrical pump changed. Power steering cooling fan changed. |
| Mar | 2013 | 55180 | 200 | Engine light on, to signal defective oxygen sensor, I believe related to antipollution system. sensor replaced. |
| MINI Cooper in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2010 | 51000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2012 | 76000 | 1500 | replaced suspension bushings electric radiator fan malfunction coolant leak |
| Dec | 2012 | 85000 | 500 | fixed exhaust rattle/buzz Reset tire pressure warning sensor light, cleaned reset swithch for same. |
| Mar | 2013 | 88000 | 50 | purchased tire pressure monitor reset switch at dealer, replaced myself |
| Apr | 2013 | 88000 | 1100 | Power steering electrical pump fan always on. Replaced pump and fan. |
| MINI Cooper in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 52000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2011 | 58700 | 110 | Replaced hydraulic motor mount. |
| Mar | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in Connecticut, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 56000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2010 | 56000 | 3000 | Replaced clutch. |
| Dec | 2010 | 57000 | 1150 | Oxygen sensors were causing the "Check Engine" light to stay on. We took our out-of-warranty Mini to a reliable mechanic, but only the Mini dealership has the software to reset the "adaptations" to make the Check Engine light go off. |
| Dec | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2008 | 38000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2009 | 40000 | 0 | Leaky oil pan repair. |
| Apr | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2012 | 96000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2013 | 100500 | 1010 | Power steering pump malfunction due to inoperable cooling fan. Update: new fan didn't fix problem, new steering pump ordered. Muffler hanger rusted apart and left muffler dangling. Needed new part, $125 of total. |
| Mar | 2013 | 102000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 400 | Thermostat housing was gone, new thermostat needed to be replaced, radiator had to be flushed. | |
| Sep | 2009 | 0 | Engine coolant appeared to be leaking (levels dropped significantly over 2 weeks) but the shop couldn't find any evidence of leak. | |
| Mar | 2010 | 500 | The engine hydrolocked after driving slowly through a 3 inch puddle during flooding in MA. The car was declared a total loss due to the potential for electrical failure from water damage. A $500 deductible was paid and insurance cut a check for the car. | |
2005 MINI Cooper 2dr Convertible
supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2012 | 66000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2013 | 73000 | 600 | bushings replaced |
| MINI Cooper in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2010 | 45000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2010 | 46000 | 550 | Brakes and rotors replaced |
| May | 2012 | 70500 | 300 | O2 sensor inop |
| Mar | 2013 | 77000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 73000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 75000 | 250 | Electrical systems intermitent failure from body control module. The system would fault but the car would start, however half the car would not be working. This is caused by a water intrusion issue in the left foot kick panel. |
| May | 2012 | 91000 | 4500 | Engine cradle replacement, right lower A-arm, right tie rod and end, ball joint, etc. |
2005 MINI Cooper 2dr Convertible
115-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
| MINI Cooper in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2009 | 48000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2009 | 49000 | 0 | Convertible top wouldnt lower. Removed top, replaced cables (out of allignment) reinstalled top.. |
| Mar | 2009 | 49000 | 0 | Rear calipers gripping: replaced worn seal in cylinder. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2010 | 36000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2010 | 37000 | 500 | Power steering pump failed. Pump removed, sent off for refurb, and replaced. |
| Oct | 2010 | 42000 | 400 | Power steering pump replaced. Removed, sent for rebuild, and reinstalled. |
| Mar | 2012 | 48000 | 454 | replace ball joints + alignment replaced rocker cover gasket |
| Apr | 2012 | 48300 | 330 | Replaced leaking PS hoses. Replaced dead battery |
| Feb | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2010 | 60000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2010 | 62000 | 500 | sunroof "tray" cables broke and entire tray mechanism had to be replaced |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005 MINI Cooper 2dr Convertible
115-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2010 | 63000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2010 | 63000 | 0 | convertible top replaced due to mechanical problems |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2008 | 25000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2009 | 26000 | 0 | Thermostat gasket failure, caused by car not being used all winter. |
| Sep | 2011 | 28000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
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