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 body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (50%)

$100 - $499 (17%)

< $100 (33%)

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Chart based on 6 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 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD

120000 mi

US $600
Replacement of both rear tail lights that had been "fogged" by sun exposure. Update of 3rd rear brake light on the hatch. About $150 in "repairs" and $450 in renewals (tail lights) 
71280 mi

C $500
Glove box lock broken - cannot open glove box. Cost of new box too high, so owner elected to not replace the glove box. 
78740 mi

C $150
Trunk would not open. They found two broken wires from the general control module to the trunk connector. They repaired the wires, which restored power to the truck switch. 
33000 mi

US $500
Rattle coming from the dash area. 
40000 mi 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. 
70000 mi Corrosion on door seal flange repaired under warranty per TSB SI M 41 02 06. 

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2006 Mini Hardtop Body Problems

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