2007 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 | |
| 2007 | MINI Cooper Hatchback and Clubman | 25 Cooper Hatchback and Clubmans, 8.0 months of data per Cooper Hatchback and Clubman, average 65200 miles Hatchback redesigned for this model year.48 |
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2007 MINI Cooper
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| MINI Cooper in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 24180 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2010 | 24800 | 0 | Timing chain broke in December, finally repaired in February. Air intake frozen most of December, but undrivable in January due to broken timing chain so cold weather problem not replicated. Told this was fixed twice before 2007, 2008. BMW waiting for warranty to expire before fixing it apparently. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 60000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 61000 | 7500 | Cylinder #1 no compression. Need new engine. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2007 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| MINI Cooper in Indiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 42000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2012 | 56000 | 550 | Brake job all four wheels |
| Dec | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2012 | 17000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2012 | 19300 | 530 | It's valves had become clogged with carbon. The dealer blasted them with walnut shells to fix it. |
| Mar | 2013 | 21000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2011 | 54000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 55000 | 350 | Coolant leak from thermostat gasket. Replaced. |
| Feb | 2012 | 56000 | 0 | Leaking filler cap was replaced. Auxiliary water pump was replaced on manufacturer's recall. |
| Mar | 2012 | 57000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 88000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 89700 | 0 | Water pump and thermostat |
| Nov | 2011 | 101000 | 560 | Check engine light appeared. Drove to dealer for appt. was told valves needed cleaned. Cleaned and paid for the job and within 20 miles from dealer same problem occurred. Valves machined. Dealer spoke to Mini Corp. who supposedly agreed to pay for half of the repairs and dealer indicated they would split the cost of the repair w/ owner. Ultimately owner did not pay anything because of service charged that wasn't rendered. |
| Feb | 2012 | 104000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 73000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2011 | 73000 | 3080 | Turbocharger failed. I had complained to the dealer about rough running when cold and a clicking sound for the last two years. They told me it was normal (the common response) or my tires (the last two responses). |
| Dec | 2011 | 74000 | 500 | Brakes had to be replaced one month after the car had been repaired by the dealer. The brake service light remains on. Shop unable to reset. |
| Sep | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in Oregon, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2011 | 24000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2011 | 24000 | 0 | Timing chain and tensioner replacement |
| Jun | 2012 | 28000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2010 | 30000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2011 | 31000 | 0 | Replaced timing chain and tensioner. Apparently, a common problem. |
| Dec | 2011 | 50000 | 50 | thermostat control replaced |
| Nov | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| 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 Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2012 | 44000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2012 | 44000 | 18000 | Drive chain completely broke at 40,000 miles. |
| Nov | 2012 | 44000 | 0 | Cylinders cracked or bent. Leak in system. We traded it in and obtained another vehicle (Toyota) |
| MINI Cooper in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2011 | 63000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2011 | 66000 | 0 | Fault Light for DSC System. Dealer indicated the SZL (Steering Center Switch) Computer needs to be replaced. Will repair before end of year. |
| Jun | 2012 | 69000 | 150 | Front rotors and pads replaced |
| Jul | 2012 | 69000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 24000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2011 | 25000 | 258 | Misc. warranty items -- nothing really worth mentioning. Trim pieces coming undone, rattles, etc. General items that I mentioned to have addressed just as the warranty is expiring November 2011. |
| Oct | 2011 | 26000 | 0 | Still making rattling noise. Sunroof was out of alignment. Realigned and lubed. Minor maintenance performed. Frustrating as it was in last month for other maintenance but the maintenance light didn't indicate that. |
| Dec | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2012 | 69000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2012 | 70000 | 1470 | Coolant leak was found to be coming from the thermostat housing. The thermostat housing was replaced. Turbo oil supply line leaking. Dealer quoted $1300 for replacement. I declined and took it to an independent mechanic. |
| Apr | 2013 | 78000 | 1498 | New clutch kit, flywheel resurfaced |
| MINI Cooper in Nevada, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2011 | 39000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 44700 | 0 | Replaced rear brake pads and rotors. Also replaced sensor for brake pad wear. |
| May | 2012 | 46500 | 50 | Replaced seals between the oil filter housing and the block. Coolant was leaking due to defective seal. |
| Oct | 2012 | 50000 | 0 | Noise in front of vehicle. Found engine mount bracket that needed the fasteners to be retorqued. |
| Mar | 2013 | 50000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 4500 | Replaced entire engine. | |
| Jun | 2012 | 140000 | 200 | Resistor and blower motor failed. |
| Jul | 2012 | 141000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in Maine, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2012 | 27000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2012 | 33000 | 500 | Water pump replacement |
| Feb | 2013 | 36300 | 50 | Engine was sounding rough, buzzy. Afraid it was the turbo but turned out there was almost no oil left. No warning light came on and the mechanic could not see any obvious leaks. Just filled it with oil and told me to keep an eye on the dipst. |
| Mar | 2013 | 37000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2008 | 0 | Timing chain tensioner failed resulting on loud rattling at idle. Repaired under warranty. | |
| Jun | 2008 | 0 | chrome on shift knob started flaking off, replaced under warranty. | |
| Sep | 2010 | 0 | Timing chain tensioner replaced along with sprockets, chain and high pressure fuel pump. 2nd repair for the same issue, done under warranty. | |
| Mar | 2011 | 90 | Cracked thermostat housing. | |
| Nov | 2012 | 135 | Turbo oil feed line leaking. Put front in service mode to replace, diy took 10 hours. | |
| May | 2013 | 131000 | 2400 | Burnt exhaust valve on cylinder 3, requires cylinder head R&R and exhaust valve replacement. Intake valves were extremely carboned up requiring cleaning and valve job. |
| MINI Cooper in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2011 | 31000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2011 | 32000 | 0 | Sending unit in fuel tank replaced. |
| Sep | 2011 | 32000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| 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 Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 26040 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 27280 | 0 | Sunroof rattle |
| Jul | 2010 | 29760 | 0 | Replaced the radio module - couldn't understand why! |
| Apr | 2012 | 48760 | 700 | Changed tensioner to fix the dreaded cold start rattle |
| Sep | 2012 | 53320 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 59000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2010 | 65000 | 275 | While replacing front brake pads I found a lower radiator hose that had a broken hold down device. Hose had been rubbing on a sharp edge and was worn almost through. Had dealer replace it. |
| May | 2011 | 71700 | 250 | Car ran badly under acceleration. Dealer diagnosed a bad coil on cyl. #2. Said I also needed plugs, injectors cleaned and carbon removed from intake valves. I paid for their diagnosis, and bought plugs and coil which I installed myself. |
| Dec | 2012 | 89000 | 1360 | Replaced timing chain, sprocket & tensioner |
| Mar | 2013 | 91000 | 1100 | Clearcoat was peeling off near windshield spray nozzle on hood and rear hatch door, and one other spot on the hood. |
| MINI Cooper in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2007 | 0 | Unbeknownst to me the sunroof was not working. This repair was performed 2 days before I'd purchased the vehicle. Discoloration of Steering Wheel - Reconditioned the leather Window washer fluid leaking from both jets and eating into the paint on the hood. - Dealer said there's nothing that can be done. Problem still exists especially on hot days. | |
| Feb | 2008 | 0 | Grinding noise in the rack and pinion. Dealer could not replicate the problem, but installed a "Rubber Buffer." | |
| Apr | 2008 | 0 | Burning engine oil smell. - Dealer could not find any leaks. Grinding noise coming from the Steering System (Rack and Pinion) - Dealer could not replicate, but performed a 4 wheel alignment. Loose lower dashboard panel on the driver's side - refastened by dealer. Squeaky clutch assembly. - Dealer could not replicate, but removed the slave cylinder and lubricated the Matting surface. | |
| Jan | 2011 | 34000 | 0 | This trip was yet another time I'd reported the noisy timing chain tensioner, along with a grinding noise in the steering system. |
| 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 |
| MINI Cooper in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2011 | 50000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2011 | 51000 | 0 | catalytic converter broke off from exhaust. Covered under federal emissions warranty |
| MINI Cooper in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2011 | 41000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2011 | 42000 | 0 | Turbo oil supply line was leaking. Dealer replaced line. Did routine brake flush and cabin air filter while in shop. I reported small hole in valve cover, but dealer said this is normal on all Mini's. |
| Sep | 2011 | 43000 | 0 | Clutch was stiff and creaking. Dealer replaced throw out bearing and pressure plate. |
| 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. |
2007 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| MINI Cooper in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 27000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2011 | 27300 | 350 | Check engine light came on, idle became rough one morning. Car was very sluggish. Replaced oxygen sensor ($100 warranty deductible) then VANOS solenoid ($250). Shop then suspected VANOS unit, referred me to the dealer. |
| Nov | 2011 | 27700 | 100 | Dealer said nothing wrong with VANOS. O2 sensor possibly also not needed. Instead, diagnosed damaged cylinder head, from oil starvation. Never had low oil light. Would have been $6,000 without warranty. My key would fall out of the ignition occasionally while the car was running, whether in drive or park. Replaced ignition housing. |
| Apr | 2012 | 30000 | 0 | Currently I have an issue with the check engine light coming on and staying on. It has been to the shop for diagnosis but they can find nothing wrong with it. They reset the light, but it came on again within a few days. |
| MINI Cooper in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2012 | 40000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2012 | 40000 | 60 | Replaced headlights & rear license plate lights which failed shortly after 36,000 mi warranty. |
| Mar | 2012 | 41000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2011 | 87000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 91700 | 0 | Standard service was included in maintenance agreement. Brakes lasted about 50k miles. |
| Jun | 2012 | 101000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in Oregon, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 31000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 34000 | 0 | Weird cranking sound when slowing down or pressing on gas on left side driver side of car up front. Took the Mini to the dealer and they replaced a transmission mount that was bad and had a TSB for it. Perfect now and no sounds. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| 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. | |
2007 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 34000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 40000 | 0 | Manual.transmission shifted would not return to neutral gate on its own. Cables were removed, cleaned and relubricated, and reinstalled with a different routing to help eliminate binding. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2008 | 0 | Replaced catalytic converter | |
| Jul | 2010 | 0 | Replaced footwell control module, due to reverse light issue. | |
| Feb | 2011 | 68000 | 20 | Replaced antenna mast due to wear and damage |
| Mar | 2013 | 89000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2007 MINI Cooper 2dr Convertible
supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in Oregon, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 45000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 48000 | 0 | exterior passenger door handle sticking and the dealer replaced it |
| Jun | 2011 | 48000 | 0 | Tire warning light reset SCREWS ARE LOOSE ON THE REAR DRIVER CONVERTIBLE TOP TRIM. Screws were reset with lock tight. |
| Sep | 2011 | 50000 | 0 | Internal trim piece broke and was replaced Oil leak detected around a seal. The part was replaced. |
| Jan | 2012 | 50000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2007 MINI Cooper 2dr Convertible
115-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 29000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2010 | 31300 | 0 | Wear problem on convertible roof. |
| May | 2010 | 33000 | 0 | Valve guide defect (may been there since manufacture). Replaced entire head. |
| Jul | 2010 | 34300 | 0 | Convertible roof cable repair (cassette) |
| Apr | 2012 | 54000 | 860 | Replace oil pan gasket - $600 Failed engine mount Needed replace pads and rotors Lower control rod bushings worn (need to replace in 15,000 to 20,000 miles) |
2007 MINI Cooper 2-door
turbocharged 4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| MINI Cooper in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2012 | 32000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2012 | 32000 | 0 | While in for the emergency aux water pump recall, I advised dealer of intmt check engine light. Seems that the MAP Thermostat ECU input had failed, part of the emissions system. |
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