2004 Mini Hardtop Mini Hardtop 2004

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2004 Mini Hardtop repairs by problem area

Engine (33%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (12%)

Suspension and Steering (31%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (12%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (4%)

Chart based on 75 repairs.
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2004 Mini Hardtop engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (9%)

$1000 - $2499 (22%)

$500 - $999 (4%)

$100 - $499 (17%)

< $100 (48%)

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Chart based on 23 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2004 Mini Hardtop

Engine not specified

62000 mi Bad Evap sensor, bad gas cap 

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2004 Mini Hardtop 2dr Hatch

supercharged 163hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD

70000 mi

US $161
Check engine light for fuel issues were check and light turned off. Oil dipstick broken and purchased a new one. 
59860 mi

C $2
CEL reporting code P2097, a fuel adaptation value hard ecu reset fixed the problem. 
53000 mi

US $2500
An oxygen sensor failed. I replaced both, but computer had to be reprogrammed and throttle body "unit" was replaced by a mechanic. The car suddenly want into "limp" mode only going 30mph no matter what. 
108000 mi

US $80
Replaced timing chain tensioner 
113000 mi

US $200
Replaced motor mounts 
98000 mi

£20
broken exhaust clamp 
95400 mi

US $50
replace oil pan gasket replace oil pan gasket 
112000 mi

US $2600
New clutch & flywheel 
74000 mi Random overheating under load. Thermostat was sticking and the coolant was flushed & replaced. 
112600 mi

US $360
Common R53 problem; no. 2 spark plug blew out of the engine, stripping the head of the spark plug threads. Bought tapping set $300, locktite, thread sleeve, and plugs to repair. 
154500 mi

US $44
Crap AutoZone belt blew out in 9 months on the highway. 
130000 mi

US $2200
Oxygen sensor Radiator fan 
138000 mi Oil filter gasket and water pump Supercharger beginning to fail 

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2004 Mini Hardtop 2dr Hatch

115-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD

83000 mi did oil change, noticed for my 2004 cooper the spring was installed backward and cage was missing. My mechanic serviced last oil change. Determined that his helper installed wrong and misplaced part. Had to convert to a different oil filter housing (cost $256) as no cages or springs are manufactured any longer. Mechanic replaced for free due to their error. 
42160 mi

€100
replaced left rubber engine mount. 
27280 mi

€65
replaced oil pan seal 
77000 mi

US $1100
Leaking valve gasket and leaking oil pan gasket. oxygen sensor replaced for service engine light; second time in the car's life; MINI has extended the emissions warranty to 10yr/100k because a known problem. 
93000 mi

US $1300
Loud muffler, hole found in pipe and muffler, hangers replaced as well 
118000 mi

US $1200
Valve cover gasket leaking, last replaced 60k miles before. 
115300 mi

US $600
Valve cover gasket leaking. Replaced only 6 month prior so dealer covered cost. 

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2004 Mini Hardtop Engine Problems

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