2005 Mini Hardtop Mini Hardtop 2005

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2005 Mini Hardtop repairs by problem area

Engine (48%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (15%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (12%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)

Other (7%)

Chart based on 256 repairs.
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2005 Mini Hardtop other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (18%)

$500 - $999 (12%)

$100 - $499 (18%)

< $100 (53%)

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Chart based on 17 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2005 Mini Hardtop

Engine not specified

66340 mi needed $1,500 of repairs when sold 
74400 mi I can't open the hood 
34000 mi  

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2005 Mini Hardtop 2dr Hatch

supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

40300 mi

C $86
Both gas struts holding up the rear hatch gave up at once. MINI dealer wanted $99.55 EACH. Replaced with aftermarket(StrongArm) struts for $38.74 each. 
61200 mi

US $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. 

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2005 Mini Hardtop 2dr Hatch

supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD

70000 mi

US $40
Passenger inside door release stopped working. The cable stretched (common problem) over time. Replaced cable. 
125700 mi

US $250
Hatch struts failed 
91300 mi

US $750
Could not get the passenger side hood latch to open. Hood was stuck closed. 
118000 mi

US $1600
replace door latch mechanism 
70500 mi

US $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. 
3500 mi Broken rear hatch lock. Warranty repair 
5500 mi Loose left headlight unit. Warranty adjustment 
23000 mi

US $480
Left HID headlight housing self-leveling system failed. Replaced complete headlight housing. 
57000 mi

US $1500
Drivers seat not sliding forward when seat back is tilted. Reattached cable inside seat back. 
64800 mi

US $250
Passenger side headlight washer broken. Replaced parts with new. 
78000 mi

US $1200
Driver's seat easy access feature not working. Replaced driver's side seat rails. 
41000 mi

US $535
Passenger side indoor door handle stopped working. 

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2005 Mini Hardtop Other Problems

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