2006 Mini Cooper
WMWRC31020TK97315
Vehicle history report for the 2006 Mini Cooper (VIN WMWRC31020TK97315). Blue, hatchback, gasoline. Registered in Zhytomyr. 1 NHTSA recall campaign for this model year. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
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At a glance
Vehicle identity & specifications
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What's a 2006 Mini Cooper worth?
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U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2006 Mini Cooper.
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages. Actual mileage varies with trim and driving conditions.
Crash-test safety ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2006 Mini Cooper.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program, tested as the 2006 MINI Cooper 2-DR. w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2006 Mini Cooper costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($5,075) with the same model 4 model-years older ($3,272), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Dimensions & weight
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2006 Mini Cooper — ranges cover the 4 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
Manufacturer service bulletins 56
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be free. Showing the 10 most recent of 56.
Cavity protection applied to underside of the hood is leaking out onto the wheel arch trim and grille.
Bulletin M511616 · Structure · Nov 2023MINI electrical systems have continued to develop over the past few years. As a result, the demand on the batteries has increased. Breakdowns due to an empty battery or problems in the vehicles electrical system can have various causes, most of which are not d…
Bulletin M610607 · Electrical System · Oct 2023Programming a Replacement EGS Module with ISTA/P. Programming a replacement electronic transmission control module (EGS) with ISTA/P requires the manual entry of the correct target basic and programmed part numbers. Programming concept.
Bulletin M240112 · Electrical System, Engine, Power Train · Jul 2019NAVIGATION SYSTEM HAS MISSING OR INCORRECT ROAD MAP DATA: The route guidance is inaccurate and therefore irritating to the customer; or it is not possible to locate certain addresses, for instance:
Bulletin M650610 · Equipment · Jun 2018NAVIGATION SYSTEM HAS MISSING OR INCORRECT ROAD MAP DATA: The route guidance is inaccurate and therefore irritating to the customer; or it is not possible to locate certain addresses, for instance:
Bulletin M650610 · Equipment, Electrical System · May 2018AISIN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISISON: RIGHT SIDE OUTPUT SHAFT SEAL REPLACEMENT
Bulletin M240118 · Power Train · Feb 2018This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 32 02 14 dated August 2014. SUBJECT Installation of Right-Hand Drive Steering Spindle in Left-Hand Drive Vehicle is No Longer Required. Left-hand drive steering spindles are currently available.
Bulletin M320214 · Steering · Mar 2016MINI: DIFFERENT FAULTS ACTIVATES ENGINE MALFUNCTION AND OIL WARNING. *MA
Bulletin 11 06 15 · Engine, Electrical System · Jul 2015MINI: BECAUSE OF THE DME SOFTWARE, AND A DAMAGED CLUTCH, THE DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION CHECK MESSAGE APPEAR. *MA
Bulletin 12 06 15 · Electrical System, Engine · Jul 2015MINI: FAULTY SOFTWARE FOR THE TANK VENTILATION CONTROL DISPLAYS ENGINE THROTTLE REACTION WHEN TEMPERATURE IS HIGH OUTSIDE, AND MORE OBVIOUS IF THE TANK IS ONLY PARTLY FILLED. *MA
Bulletin 12 09 15 · Electrical System, Engine · Jul 2015Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the COOPER FWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
Canadian recalls 2
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2006 Mini Cooper. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.
Seats And Restraints
On certain vehicles, the front passenger seat occupant detection mat can fatigue over time. As a result, the passenger airbag could deactivate, illuminating the airbag warning lamp and the passenger airbag ON/OFF lamp. Failure of the passenger airbag to deploy during a crash (where deployment is warranted) could increase the risk of personal injury to the seat occupant. Correct…
Transport Canada #2015147 · Apr 2015Powertrain
On certain vehicles equipped with a constant velocity transmission (CVT), the connection between the transmission gear selector rod and the lock plate may not have been laser-welded correctly. If the weld were to break, the gear currently engaged would remain in position. It would no longer be possible to shift transmission gear positions using the selector lever. The display f…
Transport Canada #2006013 · Jan 2006Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.
About the Mini Cooper
Mini Cooper may refer to:Performance Cars of the original Mini series with uprated drive train and brakes, called the "Mini Cooper", made by the British Motor Corporation and also the successors 1961–1971, and 1990–2000 Cars of the Mini (marque), including several different models produced by BMW since 2000 with the "Mini Cooper" title: Mini Hatch, introduced in early 2000, second generation from 2006, third generation from 2014, and fourth generation from 2024, changing the model name to MINI Cooper. Mini Clubman (2007–2024) Mini Countryman Mini Coupé (2011–2015) and Roadster (2012–2015) Mini Paceman (2012–2016) Mini Aceman
From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.
Safety recall campaigns 1
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2005-2006 MINI Cooper and Cooper S vehicles manufactured January 5, 2005, to November 28, 2006, and 2005-2008 MINI Cooper Convertible and Cooper S Convertible vehicles manufactured January 5, 2005, to July 31, 2008. Due to manufacturing, installation, and exposure issues, the front passenger seat occupant detection mat may not functio…
Remedy: MINI will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat occupant detection mat, free of charge. The recall began on October 12, 2015. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.
NHTSA Campaign #15V205000 · 06/04/2015Note: recall data comes from the U.S. NHTSA and covers the US-market version of this model. A car registered in Ukraine may have different campaigns — check with the manufacturer's local importer.
These are NHTSA recall campaigns for this model year, last checked 7 Oct 2026. They don't show whether this particular car has had the repair done — check this VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on all 413 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2006 Mini Cooper, here are the most-reported problem areas — and what to check before you buy.
💥 13 involved a crash 🔥 17 involved a fire 🚑 16 reported injuries
🔍 Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
🔍 Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
🔍 Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 413
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2006 Mini Cooper.
STEERING
Electronic power steering pump issue/failure. The steering wheel was so stiff when I tried to go right that I physically could not turn the wheel. This is extremely dangerous & it happens without warning. No lights come on. You are left in a moving vehicle, without much of a way to control the direction you need it to travel in. From what I have learned, i…
NHTSA ODI #11640971STEERING
Power steering pump grinding. This was a recall on the 2002-2005 model but not the 2006. The same issue is happening with this car that happened with the recall vehicles and I would expect bmw to fix this problem. Thanks
NHTSA ODI #11613786STEERING
The contact owns a 2006 Mini Cooper. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel was significantly difficult to turn. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately …
NHTSA ODI #11563551ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,SEATS
BMW issued a Recall 15V-205 Safety Recall, to cover the Airbag sensor in the passenger seat of my vehicle, a 2006 Mini Cooper S. The failure error was in the airbag sensor in the passenger seat, and the system warned of potential hazard with the passenger airbag. My car had a recall fix in 2018 for this fault. Now some 4 years later the same fault has arisen…
NHTSA ODI #11514006STEERING
Power Steering pump leaking failure
NHTSA ODI #11493125STEERING
Power steering pump went out while driving the car. Car was extremely hard to steer. Almost hit a guard rail. Had the car towed home and then to a garage. This is a known problem with Mini Coopers from year 2002 to 2006. Websites and Mini Cooper Forums are loaded with Power Steering Pumps failing. No warning. Pump was confirmed to be the problem by an inde…
NHTSA ODI #11480699AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2006 Mini Coop S. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the passenger’s side seat occupancy mat had failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and info…
NHTSA ODI #11460503AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2006 Mini Cooper Convertible. The contact stated that the front passenger’s seat occupant detection mat was replaced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V205000 (Air Bags) three years ago; however, the front passenger's side air bag warning light had been illuminating intermittently. The contact stated that the front passenger's side air bag wa…
NHTSA ODI #11457645+ 405 more complaints on record.
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Is the VIN WMWRC31020TK97315 valid?
WMWRC31020TK97315 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in Germany. It decodes to the 2006 Mini Cooper.
Are there safety recalls on the 2006 Mini Cooper?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2006 Mini Cooper model year. That covers the model year, not this individual car: to see whether a specific vehicle still needs a recall repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.
What is a fair price for a 2006 Mini Cooper?
Comparable 2006 Mini Cooper listings run roughly $2,800–$7,400, typically around $5,075 (from 159 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.
What is the 2006 Mini Cooper safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2006 Mini Cooper crash-test ratings of frontal 4★, side 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).
What fuel economy does the 2006 Mini Cooper get?
The 2006 Mini Cooper has U.S. EPA estimates of 26–28 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).
Recall data checked 7 Oct 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.