Hi Union Jacks,
Sorry to trouble you. I'm going through similar probs with my MCS with regard to a starting problem & using lots of oil. My mini is at Stratstone in Harrogate at the moment. They are currently decoking the engine. I'd appreciate any advice with regard to dealing with the dealership. The car is on extended warranty & they've had it almost two weeks already- all they've managed to do in that time is replace the plugs & start the decoke. Thanks in anticipation, Helhawk.