2002 Mini Hardtop Mini Hardtop 2002

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2002 Mini Hardtop repairs by problem area

Engine (24%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (28%)

Brakes and Traction Control (12%)

Suspension and Steering (16%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (16%)

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

Other (0%)

Chart based on 25 repairs.
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2002 Mini Hardtop engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (33%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (17%)

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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.

2002 Mini Hardtop 2dr Hatch

supercharged 163hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD

80000 mi

US $400
oil leak 
92000 mi

US $200
Had to replace the engine cooling fan. 
103000 mi

US $800
Items replaced: Valve cover and oil pan gaskets, serpentine belt, broken motor mount, spark plugs, crank position sensor oring. 
156300 mi Cooling fan relay switch defective. 
72500 mi

US $1030
Valve cover gasket replaced Tensioner pulley and idler pulley replaced Serpentine belt replaced 

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2002 Mini Hardtop 2dr Hatch

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

108209 mi

C $2304
replace muffler, and fix radiator support, add coolant 

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2002 Mini Hardtop Engine Problems

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