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MINI Convertible (R57) Problems by Year

The second-generation MINI Convertible adds the R56 engine story to roof motors, drain maintenance, and occasional body-control glitches.

Select a year below to see the specific problems affecting that model year, with estimated repair costs and severity ratings.

4
Year Periods
3
Known Issues
3
Serious Faults
0
Moderate Issues

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2014–20151 issue2011–20132 issues20103 issues20093 issues

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View MOT history, registration data, and reliability scores for the MINI Convertible (R57).

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Buying Tips for the MINI Convertible (R57)

  • ✓The same N14-versus-N18 advice applies here: late-2010-on Cooper S cars are much easier to recommend
  • ✓Run the hood several times and check the boot divider, latch sensors, and drain condition
  • ✓Check for wet front footwells and rear side panels because drain blockages travel into electrical issues
  • ✓Short-trip cars often show the worst carbon, HPFP, and battery-voltage issues
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