2009 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 | |
| 2009 | MINI Cooper | 50 Coopers, 9.6 months of data per Cooper, average 34600 miles 50 |
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2009 MINI Cooper
Engine not specified
| MINI Cooper in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2010 | 9000 | 0 | Windows repaired to fix slight leak. |
| Jul | 2010 | 19000 | 0 | Windows repaired again to fix slight leak. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2009 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 208hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 23000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2011 | 25000 | 0 | A/C mounting bracket that is an integral part of the engine block broke. Dealer replaced entire JCW engine with what they call a short block replacement engine at their cost. |
| Mar | 2013 | 36000 | 55 | Rear hatch actuator replaced |
| MINI Cooper in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2012 | 48000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2012 | 51000 | 0 | Drivers window register replace |
| MINI Cooper in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2011 | 22000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2011 | 27300 | 50 | Hood scoop / melted by the turbo, also replaced under warranty. Scheduled maintenance of brake fluid replacement. |
| Jan | 2013 | 47700 | 0 | high pressure fuel pump went out. caused a check engine light and some back firing, loss of power. It was fixed under warranty even thoughthe car was out of warranty. |
| Mar | 2013 | 49000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| 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 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 shiftable automatic FWD
| MINI Cooper in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 36000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2012 | 49000 | 0 | Battery died, replaced under warranty |
| Feb | 2013 | 52000 | 1200 | Carbon build-up on intake valves; bad oil feeder tube to turbo; leaking valve-cover gasket; bad vacuum hose Bushings cracked on both sides of front suspension Strut tower bushings cracked |
| Mar | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 23000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2010 | 27000 | 0 | The hood scoop was slightly dipping due to excessive heat from turbo. Part was ordered, painted, and installed. |
| Dec | 2010 | 31000 | 0 | Timing chain was replaced after loud cold start up. |
| May | 2011 | 35000 | 0 | Key died and car would not start or even go into neutral. 2nd key worked but key was replaced by dealer under warranty. |
| Aug | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2012 | 1100 | The A/C condenser was damaged. Cost to repair was $1,100. | |
| Dec | 2012 | 0 | Timing Chain Guides were shattered. A new Timing Chain Kit was required. The dealer wanted to charge $3,100 for repairs. Car just out of warranty. I contested and called MINI Customer Service. Result: $0 for repairs | |
| Jan | 2013 | 56000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2012 | 44000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2012 | 49000 | 0 | Timing chain failed for second time. They are rebuilding most of the engine. |
| MINI Cooper in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2013 | 74000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2013 | 74000 | 73 | saw smoke on drivers side,took it to E2 services,was told thermostat is leaking, says this is normanl for milage. cost is 409.95 to have fixed, have to fill tank with water b4 driving. makes a whinny noise, E2 services says the entire valve cover needs to be replaced. this is a cost of $500.00. haven't had it fixed yet. |
| MINI Cooper in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 3000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2010 | 6700 | 0 | Rear hatch had a slight rattle. Dealer replaced internal insulation. |
| Jun | 2010 | 11000 | 0 | Rattle in passenger side door. Insulation replaced. |
| Feb | 2011 | 20000 | 0 | Engine leaking oil. Multiple squeaks and rattles. |
| Oct | 2011 | 30000 | 0 | Continued creaking around the headliner near the moon roof. |
| Jan | 2012 | 39300 | 0 | Took vehicle in to remedy car noises, rattles, etc. coming from door trim, headliner. |
| Mar | 2012 | 42000 | 0 | The air scoop in the bonnet became warped - dealer says this is a common occurrence due to the heat of the turbo charger. |
| Jul | 2012 | 43000 | 350 | Brakes pads and rotor replacement. |
| Oct | 2012 | 54000 | 0 | Oil leaking and low by 4 quarts. Leaking timing chain tensioner gasket. Vehicle had a loud rattle at low rpm. Performed SI M11 02 07 Chain deflection was 72MM (outside of spec) Replaced timing chain as per bulletin. |
| Mar | 2013 | 63000 | 1200 | Radiator seemed to leak. Antifreeze ended up on the back window. Water pump replaced, thermostat replaced. |
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 California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 20000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2012 | 32000 | 0 | Auxiliary cooling pump for turbo |
| Nov | 2012 | 39000 | 600 | New front pads and rotors |
| Mar | 2013 | 42000 | 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. | ||
| MINI Cooper in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2009 | 1240 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2011 | 9920 | 0 | Clutch pedal out of adjustment and coming into contact with master cylinder, making noise. Did not affect operation. New pedal installed. Issue resolved. |
| Nov | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 46000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2011 | 48000 | 85 | owner replaced front brake pads |
| MINI Cooper in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 27000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2011 | 30000 | 0 | Radio system and bluetooth communications intermittent |
| Mar | 2013 | 41000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2011 | 1000 | Clutch release bearing and alignment dowels replaced after howling noise discovered when releasing clutch pedal. | |
| Nov | 2011 | 1500 | Timing chain tensioner repair after cold start rattle. | |
| Apr | 2012 | 3000 | Timing chain tensioner AGAIN. High pressure fuel pump, intake carbon cleaning. Starter module. | |
| May | 2012 | 1000 | Navigation DVD drive failed | |
| Jul | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2010 | 32000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 44000 | 0 | Timing chain; design defect; replaced after customer complained; not a mandatory recall but BMW issued a service bulletin to dealers, not general public. Customer experienced the symptoms of the defect of the timing chain malfunction (noise) Airbag sensor in drivers seat malfunction. Indicator light on dash stayed lit and chime tone inadvertantly rang. Sensor needed to be replaced. |
| May | 2011 | 46500 | 0 | Service tech told me that my right-front strut top was "domed" (damaged most likely from a deep pot hole). This happened in the past and covered under warranty, but BMW is no longer honoring this because "pot holes are not BMW's fault |
| Oct | 2011 | 54000 | 1921 | Clutch failed. Total price for replacement of clutch-pack, which is mandatory as per BMW's rules, was almost $4000. The dealership allowed me to buy the extended maintenance warranty instead for a total of $1920. Front brakes replaced only, under recently purchased extended maintenance warranty. |
| MINI Cooper in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2011 | 40000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 40000 | 0 | Timing chain stretched to near-failure due to design issue with guides. |
| MINI Cooper in Connecticut, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2009 | 16000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2010 | 17500 | 0 | Car had very rough idle at cold start with three warning lights on dash. Car was undriveable as throttle was not responding to input. Dealer kept the car for a week, but was unable to replicate issue. |
| Sep | 2012 | 36000 | 0 | Excessive noise from engine during cold starts. Dealer replaced timing chain tensioners under warranty as they were worn beyond spec. Evidently this is a common issue. |
| Dec | 2012 | 37000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2012 | 50000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2012 | 51000 | 0 | Engine replaced. Major failure, running on three cylinders by time reached dealer. Just barely under warranty. Rear wiper motor failure |
| Jul | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in Alabama, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2012 | 50000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2012 | 50000 | 0 | Timing chain tensioner bolt backed out of assembly. Oil drained out but no internal damage done. Latest hardware for this problem installed. No more cold start chatter. :) One of the tones to the horn went out. Dealer fixed. |
2009 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| MINI Cooper in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2009 | 1000 | 0 | engine light, emission evap pump had leak, would not replicate all the time, third time found. |
| Apr | 2013 | 50000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2009 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in New Hampshire, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2012 | 22000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2012 | 24000 | 0 | Fan speed display LEDs out. Part ordered. Dealer will call when part comes in. |
| May | 2012 | 25000 | 0 | heater / ac control panel replaced |
| Mar | 2013 | 32000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| 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. | |
| MINI Cooper in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2008 | 3000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 13000 | 0 | window closing position erratic |
| May | 2010 | 19700 | 0 | one-touch window function not working...software problem |
| Mar | 2011 | 29000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 16120 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 17980 | 0 | Drivers window would not stop at top. It would bump off the top and go back down |
| Mar | 2011 | 30380 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 0 | Driver door intermittently would not close and just bounce off the door jam. Reprogrammed the computer to learn how to let the door close. Driver window would not roll all the way up and would return to half open position. Replaced car software to remind the computer it's OK for the window to roll all the way up and it should not bounce back down. Lift gate rattle was repaired by realigning it and greasing the bump stops. Mud flaps were coming detached, they reattached them. Slow and lagging throttle response. Performed trans adaptation reset to return car computer to "default". TPM and battery CELs were coming on intermittently. No faults were found to explain them. Both washer fluid nozzles were loose and one had broken off, so they were replaced. Driver side outer A pillar is loose. They did not have any in stock and so ordered one. | |
| Oct | 2009 | 0 | Car alarm interior ultrasonic sensor is defective causing random alarms, even while driving. Ordered replacement sensor because none in stock. Chrome window trim damaged by A pillar when it broke off on the highway, replaced. Replaced driver side outer A pillar trim. | |
| Mar | 2010 | 0 | Car makes clicking noise in front at very low RPMs in parking lots, period is RPM-dependent. Water was leaking into the right rear tail light assembly. Parts ordered. | |
| May | 2010 | 0 | #2 piston and rod were defective. Was without car for two months because MINI Corporate in Germany would not send the parts for over five weeks. | |
| Aug | 2010 | 0 | Car overheated and lost oil pressure, by warning light indicators and also some noise under the hood. Had car towed to dealer. Electronics did not record the overheat warning and lost oil pressure warning. No answers from dealer. | |
| Sep | 2010 | 0 | Went to original dealer to ask about overheating and oil pressure incident. They couldn't find any record of it happening in the computer logs, either. | |
| Mar | 2011 | 48500 | 0 | A check engine light came on in February, and a dealership fixed the bad thermostat under warranty. |
| Apr | 2011 | 49000 | 134 | Keyless entry unlocked doors but door would not open--handle did not mechanically work. Yet another electrical problem they "could not replicate" even though I had video evidence. I complained that the lift gate rattles were back but they did not even try to fix it. Very annoying! Am taking it to another state's dealer next. Cruise buttons on steering wheel started incrementing and decrementing speed by 2mph intervals instead of one. More computer glitches strike again! Asked them to double-check why the door would not open even though the keyless entry worked to unlock the door last month. Nothing done, problem not replicated (of course). |
| Jun | 2011 | 50000 | 0 | Camshaft position sensor. CEL on, then went back out. Declined to replace since intermittent and planning to sell car. Replaced the right rear TPMS transmitter in the fender. |
| Sep | 2011 | 50000 | 0 | Computer lost date and time but battery was never disconnected to account for it. More electrical gremlins. Also, alarm started sounding for no reason, which was repaired two years ago. But the false alarms returned. |
| MINI Cooper in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2012 | 47000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 60000 | 580 | Water pump failed and was replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 61000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2009 MINI Cooper 2dr Convertible
turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| MINI Cooper in New Brunswick, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 4960 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 5580 | 0 | Convertible top not aligning properly with A pillar when closing Rad hose hanging down below front valance due to broken clip |
| Jun | 2010 | 7440 | 0 | Soft top pulling away from body of car at top of rear fender. dealer found TSB...installed repair kits to top on both sides seat belts not retracting. replaced both front seat belt assemblies. |
| Mar | 2011 | 10540 | 0 | Plastic trim on roof above side window was broken on one end and rattling badly |
| Jun | 2011 | 13020 | 0 | Replaced broken interior plastic trim along top of passenger side window |
| Sep | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2011 | 39000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2012 | 50000 | 250 | front brakes needed to be replaced |
| Mar | 2013 | 60000 | 100 | spark plug keeps failing. car missing. have had the problem for about a year. replaced all plugs then, two weeks later, engine kept missing. replaced another failed plug and still missing. |
| MINI Cooper in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 5000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2010 | 5000 | 400 | Electrical, other than above, repair |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2009 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 30000 | 0 | turbo went bad, was replaced |
| May | 2012 | 33300 | 0 | Car wouldn't go out of first gear. |
| Jul | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2010 | 6000 | 0 | High Pressure Fuel Pump had low volatge and did not deliver enough fuel to the engine. Took 3 - 5 start attempts before engine would start and run. Engine running rough for 5 minutes. Fuel smell. |
| Jan | 2011 | 11000 | 0 | convertible top between body and fabric separated driver side, essentially the c pillar. dealer added new convertible supports on both sides gasket that wraps around door would not seat correctly and prevented door from closing correctly. gasket replaced for both doors. |
| Mar | 2012 | 26000 | 0 | water pump recall, also caused heater to work only sporadically. Couldn't close door as door seal would come loose. New adhesive being distributed by MINI. |
| Jul | 2012 | 30700 | 0 | brake light came on. Low pads, replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 38000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 6000 | 0 | Faulty seat belt. orginally thought husband broke it but turn out to be part of a recall...something I was not notified about from BMW. |
| Jun | 2010 | 8000 | 0 | Broken interior bracket which holds convertible top flush against body of car. Known issue with 2009 convertibles |
| Aug | 2010 | 9000 | 0 | Parts ordered to fix convertible top came in and repaired on 2nd visit. |
| Oct | 2010 | 10000 | 0 | Driver door leaking water into interior. One week after repair, leak reappeared. Going back to dealership. Fuse box faulty. Car had no issues, noticed when taken to dealership for repair of leaking door. |
| Nov | 2010 | 10500 | 0 | Leaking driver side door seal. Dealership cannot find problem. Still is leaking. Will need to go back to dealership in the future. |
| Mar | 2013 | 32000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2009 MINI Cooper 2dr Convertible
turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2011 | 9000 | 0 | The seatbelt sensor in the passenger seat malfunctioned and needed to be replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 14000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2009 MINI Cooper 2dr Convertible
118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 2300 | 0 | Door Gasket replacement - Well Known early build R56 problem. Broken Arm Rest sliding cover. |
| Aug | 2010 | 19000 | 0 | Car is one year old and now on third convertible top. Well known problem with 09 & 10. BMW supposedly has a real fix installed along with the new top this time. We will see. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2009 MINI Cooper 2-door
4-cylinder manual 2WD
| MINI Cooper in Great Britain | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2011 | 8000 | 0 | engine knocking. Timing chain and tensioner fitted.slight improvement.Not fully resolved. Engine knocking |
2009 MINI Cooper
4-cylinder manual 2WD
| MINI Cooper in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 19000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2012 | 50000 | 0 | A rattle in the back |
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