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2012 Mini Clubman repairs by problem area

Engine (53%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (3%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (30%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (7%)

Other (0%)

Chart based on 30 repairs.
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2012 Mini Clubman engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (7%)

$1000 - $2499 (7%)

$500 - $999 (13%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (73%)

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Chart based on 15 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2012 Mini Clubman

turbocharged 4-cylinder manual 2WD

18000 mi

US $10000
New engine. Cracked piston on #3 cylinder, shattered ring on #1 cylinder. 
24000 mi Replaced throttle body. 

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2012 Mini Clubman 3dr Wagon

turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

34000 mi Engine light came on brought it to the dealer and it was determined it was a faulty thermostat. Problem not repaired because part was not in stock. Over one week and they still don't have part. 
40300 mi

US $50
After one month finally had the thermostat and sending unit replace 
46400 mi Don't remember. Something that is a known issue. 
56700 mi

US $2000
Water pump leaking Oil pan leak splashed oil on timing chain causing stretch. Fixed leak. Dealer rec'd replacing the timing chain while doing the water pump. 
37000 mi Vanos error - replaced exhaust sensor and had a tsb on fuel pump. covered under warranty 
71000 mi

US $50
leaking thermostat 
16000 mi Solenoid had an oil seap. Dealer discovered during routine maintenance visit. 

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2012 Mini Clubman 3dr Wagon

turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD

65000 mi

US $50
Hoses leaked, overheated engine. Engine short block was replaced. 
71000 mi

US $500
Replaced coolant overflow and associated hosing. Began to leak when being moved out of the way as required for oil change. 

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2012 Mini Clubman 3dr Wagon

121-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

21000 mi dealer claimed water pump was leaking..no leaks on the ground, did not use any fluids. they replaced the pump with a re manufactured one..not new. 

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2012 Mini Clubman 3dr Wagon

121-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD

9000 mi Car lost power, went into limp mode, called roadside assistance, towed to dealer. Replaced fuel injectors and DME. Around 9k miles lost power on the highway, went into limp mode, called roadside assistance,towedto dealer. They replaced 4 spark plugs said all was ok. 
123000 mi

US $750
Replaced portion of exhaust piping that was broken 

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2012 Mini Clubman Engine Problems

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