2006 Mini Hardtop Mini Hardtop 2006

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2006 Mini Hardtop repairs by problem area

Engine (52%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (16%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (12%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)

Other (4%)

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2006 Mini Hardtop electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (19%)

$500 - $999 (6%)

$100 - $499 (25%)

< $100 (50%)

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Chart based on 16 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Mini Hardtop 2dr Hatch

supercharged 207hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD

89000 mi

US $160
AC not blowing cold, Recharge and dye refrigerant - no leak found 

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2006 Mini Hardtop 2dr Hatch

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

72000 mi had lost freon, may have a tiny leak someplace, added dye and am doing a follow up to see if we can find it. No change in performance of the AC was noticed by me. Found doing regular maintenance and check of AC/Cooling system. 
41000 mi

US $80
One D2S Xenon headlight bulb died replaced both to keep the color the same. Replacing the bulbs is a bitch, up in the hood at a 40 degree angle. Bulb wants to fall out. Finally laying on my back on the engine to do it 2 hrs. 
55500 mi

US $1700
air bag sensor failed 
55300 mi Heard a grinding noise, reported in August 09. Dealer aligned front tires. griding noise continued sporadic, isolated to AC. Fixed under warrenty. 
44020 mi Electrical issue. The rear hatch kept opening once the rear button control was moist. Replaced entire rear hatch handle (electronic control section). 

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2006 Mini Hardtop 2dr Hatch

supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD

84000 mi recall for passenger seat air bag sensor 
86000 mi starter was replaced under warranty from previous repair. Its been very hot this summer and at extreme temps the starter would not engage. 
65000 mi

US $150
Horn fuse was blowing every week. Replaced both high and low horn and the issue went away. 
120000 mi

US $1000
AC/Heater coolant tank leaking fluid replaced tank. Also did preventive maintenance on rear strut busings, oil change/full service 
49000 mi

US $250
The air conditioner was struggling to cool the car. It needed a recharge. 
52200 mi

US $70
Air conditioner was not pumping cold air. Mechanic's inspection indicated low freon. System was recharged. 
75500 mi Dealer performed OC3 Mat Recall related to intermittent malfunction of passenger air bag sensor and light. 
41000 mi

US $600
Replaced A/C pump & condenser, drained & recharged system. 
48300 mi

US $150
A/C pressure regulator valve blew out all the refrigerant. 
50000 mi

US $1300
HVAC compressor and 

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2006 Mini Hardtop 2dr Hatch

115-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD

44000 mi

US $36
Horns would not work. ordered horns. 

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2006 Mini Hardtop Electrical Problems

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