2012 Mini Hardtop Mini Hardtop 2012

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2012 Mini Hardtop repairs by problem area

Engine (71%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (2%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (6%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (12%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)

Other (0%)

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2012 Mini Hardtop 2dr Hatch

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

44000 mi

US $400
Replaced 4 rotors and 2 axle sets of OEM pads.  

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2012 Mini Hardtop 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD

106000 mi

US $850
Rotor and front brakes replaced. 

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2012 Mini Hardtop 2dr Hatch

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

46100 mi pads almost worn away due to caliper not releasing 
16000 mi Snow driving triggered "slippery snow" fault with traction control system. Permanent fix required reprogramming the computer. Dealer applied all other available patches (such as ABS programming). All covered under warranty. 

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2012 Mini Hardtop Brake Problems

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