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2011 MINI Coopers for which no problems have been reported are not displayed. So the 2011 MINI Cooper problems and repair histories you see here should not be used to infer car problem frequency.
For 2011 MINI Cooper problem frequency, check the Car Reliability Survey result. For the problems behind the score, check the 2011 MINI Cooper problems and repair histories that follow it.
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 | |
| 2011 | MINI Cooper | 34 Coopers, 9.7 months of data per Cooper, average 15300 miles Common problem with thermostat / temperature sensor.47 |
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2011 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| MINI Cooper in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2011 | 23000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 24000 | 0 | Fuel line had a leak |
| Mar | 2013 | 35000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2012 | 16000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2012 | 17700 | 0 | Coolant temp switch failed requiring replacement of the thermostat housing. The sensor failed on 2 subsequent parts so the thermostat housing was replaced 3 times. |
| Sep | 2012 | 19000 | 0 | Dealer replaced temp sensor under repair campaign. The car was not having any problems since the last repair to the cooling system. |
| Mar | 2013 | 20000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 6000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 9000 | 0 | Car was running rough at an idle. |
| Sep | 2012 | 15000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2011 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 26000 | 0 | replacing the fuel pump |
| Mar | 2013 | 28000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 3000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2013 | 26000 | 0 | Oil leak from timing chain becoming loose. Required replacement of engine electrical harness. |
| MINI Cooper in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2013 | 33000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2013 | 34000 | 0 | Humming noise with AC turned on. Dealer added a Vibration dampener as part of a TSB. |
2011 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2012 | 15000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2012 | 15000 | 0 | Electrical harness burning out from a leak in the timing oils. |
| MINI Cooper in Minnesota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2012 | 47000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2013 | 49000 | 0 | Sunroof not closing, would pop up back open when closed. Dealer cleaned and lubricated roof. |
| MINI Cooper in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2011 | 6300 | 0 | Oil pressure sensor needed replacing Vibration noise during AC operation |
| Apr | 2013 | 18000 | 0 | Visor replacement AC line damaged |
| 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 North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2011 | 7000 | 0 | Minor oil leak |
| Dec | 2011 | 10000 | 0 | Another minor oil leak |
| Jan | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2011 | 8000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2013 | 21300 | 0 | Well worn rear brake pads, slight shimmy |
| Mar | 2013 | 22000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| 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 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. |
| Dec | 2012 | 14000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| 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 Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2012 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2012 | 3000 | 0 | Engine had rough idle at start up. Dealer reprogrammed car and installed new control unit. |
| Dec | 2012 | 7000 | 0 | Engine was losing antifreeze, dealer found leaking thermostat and replaced. Front rotor warped, dealer replaced all front pads and rotors. Engine has a ticking/clicking sound from valve train. Dealer noted it and advised they would contact Mini Corp. but never followed up with us. |
| Mar | 2013 | 10000 | 0 | Window regulator on drivers side broke. |
| MINI Cooper in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2011 | 9000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2012 | 16000 | 0 | Check engine light came on. Reason was a problem with thermostat. Dealer replaced (under warranty). |
| Oct | 2012 | 24000 | 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. |
2011 MINI Cooper 2dr Convertible
121-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2012 | 9000 | 0 | The temperature sensor for the engine had to be replaced. |
| Jul | 2012 | 10700 | 0 | Solenoid valve was leaking. When dealer repaired it they damaged the oil pan. Replaced oil pan. 2 weeks later the replaced solenoid valve failed and was replaced again. |
| Feb | 2013 | 14300 | 0 | Took in for routine maintenance. They determined that the heat sensor was bad again. Replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 15000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2012 | 9300 | 0 | licence plate light replaced, door trim replaced |
| Mar | 2013 | 13000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
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