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MINI Cooper problems: all generations

We have documented 4 generations of the MINI Cooper: Cooper R50 (2001–2006), Cooper R56 (2006–2013), Cooper F56 (2014–2024) and Cooper F55 (2014–2024). The one with the best score is the MINI Cooper F55 (6.9/10). Choose the generation or the year to see its faults, the engines best avoided and what to check before buying.

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  1. MINI Cooper R50

    2001–2006

    Engines and gearboxes: 1.4 D-4D

    Most serious fault: High severity

    5.0 out of 10MotorFiable Score

  2. MINI Cooper R56

    2006–2013

    Engines and gearboxes: BMW N47, 1.6 HDi, 1.6 THP, 1.4/1.6 VTi

    Most serious fault: Critical severity

    4.4 out of 10MotorFiable Score

  3. MINI Cooper F56

    2014–2024

    Engines and gearboxes: BMW B47, BMW B48 / B38, BMW B38 / B37

    Most serious fault: Critical severity

    6.0 out of 10MotorFiable Score

  4. MINI Cooper F55

    2014–2024 · code F55

    Engines and gearboxes: BMW B47, BMW B48 / B38, BMW B38 / B37

    Most serious fault: Critical severity

    6.9 out of 10MotorFiable Score

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