2014 Mini Hardtop Mini Hardtop 2014

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2014 Mini Hardtop repairs by problem area

Engine (11%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (11%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (21%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (32%)

Other (21%)

Chart based on 19 repairs.
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2014 Mini Hardtop repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (100%)

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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.

2014 Mini Hardtop 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 189hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Mini Hardtop in Ontario, Canada
Sep 2014 - Jul 2018
Jul 2017

21700 mi
Rear Wiper washer nozzle was clogged, dealer replaced nozzle and re calibarated it during an oil change. 
Sep 2017

27280 mi
Gear shift knob replaced as the release cover broke. Was a warranty repair done by dealer 
Mini Hardtop in Pennsylvania, United States
Dec 2017 - Dec 2019
Apr 2018

50000 mi
Parking Lamp Malfunction error on Tach. Had to replace the parking lamp and was covered in full by warranty. Took about 30 minutes - had to remove the wheel to access the panel to replace the fog/running bulbs. Shortly thereafter the same, passenger-side fog lamp went and I need to take it back in. 
Mini Hardtop in Minnesota, United States
Jun 2016 - Jun 2019
Aug 2016

39100 mi
Bad smell from AC vent on startup. This is apparently a known issue. Dealer fixed it for no charge and provided a loaner. 
Mar 2017

47000 mi
The rain sensor in the rear view mirror started to leak some thick fluid down the inside of the windshield. Dealer replaced the mirror assembly. 
Mini Hardtop in Oregon, United States
Sep 2016 - Jun 2022
Jan 2017 service bulletin - control arm bearings replacement padding on instrument cluster for squeaks 
May 2017

9200 mi
additional squeaks and rattles , including some previously repaired. Added foam tape and washers to interior parts. 
Mini Hardtop in Florida, United States
Sep 2014 - May 2019
Mar 2015

7000 mi
Squeak in driver's door. Dealer applied lubricant to windows seals -- squeak stopped for 3 days. Hatch struts completely failed. 
Apr 2015

7500 mi
Replaced failed hatch struts. Asked them to fix stop the squeaks in drivers door, glass rubs against seals.. Lubricant they applied before lasted 3 days. They said no factory bulletin -- sorry. They reapplied lubricant to window seals. 
Apr 2016

16000 mi
Bushings in fron suspension replaced. 
Mar 2017

23000 mi
pre-cat sensor had to be replaced 
Oct 2017

26000 mi
Battery was showing some weakness, so dealer replaced under warranty. I paid for oil change on same visit. 

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2014 Mini Hardtop 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 134hp 1.5L I3 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Mini Hardtop in California, United States
Sep 2014 - Aug 2015
Sep 2014

4000 mi
Weeping window washer ducts 

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2014 Mini Hardtop 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 134hp 1.5L I3 6-speed manual FWD

Mini Hardtop in New Brunswick, Canada
Sep 2015 - Dec 2016
Nov 2015

18420 mi
key cover fell off 
Dec 2015

19220 mi
broken bolt defective sensor 
Feb 2016

23560 mi
Oil leak from O ring seal oil filter 

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2014 Mini Hardtop Repair Histories

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