2006 MINI Cooper Problems and Repair Histories
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MINI Cooper Reliability through March 31, 2013
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 | |
| 2006 | MINI Cooper | 29 Coopers, 9.2 months of data per Cooper, average 69600 miles54 |
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2006 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
supercharged 207hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2009 | 0 | Replaced leaking thermostat | |
| May | 2009 | 0 | Replaced front wheel speed sensor | |
| Dec | 2009 | 32000 | 0 | hydraulic motor mount failed and need to be replaced |
| Jul | 2010 | 41000 | 0 | Center silencer of the exhaust failed and needed to be replaced |
| Nov | 2011 | 61500 | 60 | replaced serpentine belt per manufacture recommendation due to mileage, and replaced transmission fluid. |
| Mar | 2012 | 66000 | 0 | Replaced TMAP sensor |
| May | 2012 | 68700 | 0 | vacuum line in the airbox was broken |
| Feb | 2013 | 79000 | 350 | vacuum leak |
| Mar | 2013 | 80000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| MINI Cooper in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 22000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2011 | 36500 | 1100 | Replaced leaking Thermostat housing and performed 30,000 service |
| Jun | 2012 | 40000 | 300 | Engine would occasionally misfire, when slow in traffic - eventually the warning light came on. Ran scanner and it showed coil or pug wires. Replaced coil, plug wires and plugs. Now runs like new again. |
| Aug | 2012 | 41000 | 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. |
| Oct | 2012 | 42000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 42000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2012 | 47300 | 250 | bad harmonic balancer |
| Mar | 2013 | 54000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in Tennessee, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2012 | 77000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2012 | 82300 | 1200 | The power steering pump went out on the car. This particular pump was made by Range Rover and always failed. A costly repair for such a small item. Mine actually almost caught on fire it was so hot. Replaced and working fine now. |
| Dec | 2012 | 85000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2011 | 38000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 39000 | 749 | Cooling fan stage I not working, car is overheating. |
| Dec | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 46000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2010 | 56000 | 1700 | replaced rack & pinion air bag sensor failed water pump leaking - replaced |
| Sep | 2011 | 62000 | 0 | O2 sensor failure - factory warranty extended by MINI to cover this - no cost repair |
| MINI Cooper in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2008 | 0 | Heard vibrating noise at low speeds coming from the engine bay, would be drowned out at higher speeds. Took to dealer, who found a loose motor mount. Repaired under warranty, no cost. | |
| Mar | 2009 | 0 | Oil temp shot up in traffic. Took to dealer, replaced seal around oil temp sensor. Under warranty, no cost. | |
| Jan | 2010 | 44000 | 0 | Heard a grinding noise, reported in August 09. Dealer aligned front tires. griding noise continued sporadic, isolated to AC. Fixed under warrenty. |
| Apr | 2013 | 83000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 48000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2009 | 49000 | 0 | Dealer mentioned Gas cap was leaking Thermostat was leaking. |
| Mar | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in British Columbia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 41540 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 44020 | 0 | Electrical issue. The rear hatch kept opening once the rear button control was moist. Replaced entire rear hatch handle (electronic control section). Coolant thermometer would not hold a pressure test so it was replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 57040 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 25000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2012 | 38000 | 180 | Front lower control arm bushings were worn out. Replaced with polyurethane bushings. |
| Aug | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2013 | 80000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2013 | 80000 | 650 | Engine lights flashed and car went into limp mode (a couple miles per hour). Restarted the car and it did it again. First they thought it was a sensor but found it to the the harmonic balance. Out $650.00. |
| MINI Cooper in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2010 | 75 | Replaced thermostat gasket | |
| Sep | 2012 | 46000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 29000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2012 | 44000 | 450 | Power steering leak. Both inlet and outlet hoses were replaced and power steering refilled using OEM Pentosin CHF11s. |
| Mar | 2013 | 51000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 91760 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2012 | 96100 | 250 | Replaced all 4 pads/rotors |
| Mar | 2013 | 99200 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 38000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2009 | 40000 | 0 | Water leaking to inside of back window. Suspected window seal, turned out to be seal for center-mounted brake light above window. Replaced under warranty. |
| Dec | 2009 | 44000 | 107 | Slight mushrooming of strut mount--a common problem with MINIs of this vintage. Was advised that problem is minor and to simply align wheels at this time. Further mushrooming will require a more expensive repair. |
| Dec | 2010 | 51000 | 479 | State annual inspection revealed front brake pads and rotors below acceptable standard. Had both front pads and rotors replaced in order to pass inspection. |
| Mar | 2012 | 61000 | 2825 | Replace rear pads, rotors, and sensor. Indications were inop e-brake and dash warning light from tripped sensor. Leaking power steering line. Leaking thermostat Leaking oil pan gasket. Control arm bushings worn and loose. |
| Dec | 2012 | 66000 | 711 | Low-pressure steering lines leaking. Dealer replaced lines, flushed system, and refilled with fluid. |
| Mar | 2013 | 68000 | 1006 | We noticed coolant leaking on the garage floor. Radiator was cracked and leaking. Shop replaced radiator and lines, and performed opportunistic replacement of drive belt as well. |
| MINI Cooper in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 53000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 66000 | 400 | Left rear parking brake broken/frozen open. Replaced caliper |
| Mar | 2013 | 80000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2012 | 40000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2012 | 41000 | 600 | Replaced A/C pump & condenser, drained & recharged system. |
| Mar | 2013 | 45000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in British Columbia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2012 | 80600 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2013 | 84320 | 75 | Replaced front brake pads |
| May | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in Nevada, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 68000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2011 | 70000 | 0 | Service engine light was on intermitently. O2 sensor replaced at no cost per manufacturer TSB |
| Mar | 2012 | 78000 | 268 | Thermostat housing leaking |
| Aug | 2012 | 81500 | 162 | Motor mount |
| Mar | 2013 | 86000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in Missouri, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 32000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2010 | 33000 | 500 | Rattle coming from the dash area. Moaning sound from during clutch take up. Dealer diagnosed and replaced clutch slave cylinder. |
| Apr | 2011 | 34000 | 560 | Car developed a slow oil leak. Dealer replaced the oil pan gasket. |
| Mar | 2013 | 41000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in Tennessee, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 35000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 36000 | 750 | Upon purchase I noticed loss of coolant, which was traced back to radiator, thermostat, housing and gaskets - all of which were replaced. Also performed Inspection I service including fluid changes and software re-flash (costs not included above). |
| Sep | 2011 | 45000 | 0 | DSC/SES lights illuminated for no reason, required a code reset at the mechanic when I was in for an oil change (no charge). |
| MINI Cooper in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 25000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 26000 | 0 | Clutch squeals when let out. My neighbors across the street can hear it in their house when I pull away. Replaced the clutch and push rods. Problem returned within a month. Mini now claims it is a characteristic of the car. |
| Dec | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 0 | thermostat housing coolant leak | |
| Mar | 2010 | 29000 | 0 | Cracked windshield. They said rock. I said nope, they covered it I think for goodwill and the crack was really small with no rock pit to be seen or felt. |
| Apr | 2011 | 39000 | 210 | failed motor mount pass side, typical in this car |
| Oct | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
115-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
| MINI Cooper in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 43000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2010 | 44000 | 36 | Horns would not work. ordered horns. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatch
115-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 37000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2010 | 40000 | 50 | Anti-freeze leak. Replaced thermostat, thremostat housing/gasket, new antifreeze. Total cost $305, owner paid $50 deductable on warranty Right hydraulic engine mount leaking fluid. Replaced by dealer. Cost = $219, paid by warrenty. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 36000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2009 | 40000 | 0 | Mini replaced the thermostat under warranty due to a coolant leak in the thermostat seal. |
| Dec | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| MINI Cooper in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 122000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2010 | 123000 | 350 | Check engine light on. Code said o2 sensor. Wasn't they. After many tests dealer wanted $2,400 to continue testing. Said no thanks, will live with check engine light on. |
| Dec | 2010 | 123000 | 350 | Sold with CEL on. |
2006 MINI Cooper 2dr Convertible
supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| MINI Cooper in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2009 | 21000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2009 | 22000 | 0 | Status/indicator light panel (i.e. engine temp, open door indicator, TPMS warning) failing to work. Car sometimes idles rougly and even stalls when starting in morning Convertible top squeals very loudly when raising it after it's been down for 1+ hours Status/indicator light panel (i.e. engine temp, open door indicator, TPMS warning) failing to work Top was lubed again, and squeaking has lessened a bit, but it's still there. |
| Dec | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 MINI Cooper 2dr Convertible
supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| MINI Cooper in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2006 | 0 | Adjusted Xenon Automatic Leveling System | |
| Jul | 2007 | 0 | Replaced Xenon Automatic Leveling System | |
| Dec | 2008 | 0 | Replace O-ring for engine cooling system | |
| Jul | 2009 | 165 | Replaced Clutch and Throwout Bearing under warranty | |
| Sep | 2009 | 348 | Replaced Wheel Speed Sensor | |
| Aug | 2010 | 76000 | 200 | Motor mount leaking. Chose to replace preventably even though no effects of a bad motor mount were present. |
| Nov | 2010 | 82000 | 350 | Bad thermostat gasket leaking coolant; replaced with new thermostat |
| Nov | 2012 | 148500 | 100 | Water Pump replaced Control Arm Bushing, Sway Arm Bushings, and passenger side front bearing replaced |
| Mar | 2013 | 157000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 MINI Cooper 2dr Convertible
115-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
| MINI Cooper in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 68000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 82000 | 150 | CVT transmission issue with high-revving, over-revving, sluggish acceleration. All issues resolved by Mini Cooper dealer with software reset, re-learn procedure. |
| Jun | 2011 | 84400 | 58 | car overheating on hot day with A/C on and at red light. Once moving, temp gauge returned to normal. Mini Cooper of Mt Laurel, NJ says leaking thermostat housing was cause. Thermostat, housing & gasket replaced. I don't believe it! |
| Sep | 2011 | 88000 | 0 | CVT transmission issue with gear selection mapping (software), reset by dealership |
| Mar | 2013 | 112000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| MINI Cooper in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 21000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 25000 | 0 | Coolant leak caused by fault thermostat gasket. Replaced under warranty. |
| Mar | 2013 | 37000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
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