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2006 Mini Hardtop repairs by problem area
Engine (51%)
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%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 166 repairs.
2006 Mini Hardtop electrical repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (19%)
$500 - $999 (6%)
$100 - $499 (25%)
< $100 (50%)
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 |
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). |
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 |
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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