I have a 2010 mini Cooper base model and have a bad vacuum leak from the valve cover because there are six or seven valve cover bolt holes stripped. Does anybody know the size of the bolt so I can get the correct Heilcoil? Or does anybody have any fix suggestions?

Hello guys. I’m desperate for help. So in last few days, I’ve got problem with engine stalling when car is idiling. It runs fine for like 1-2 min when it starts in the morning ( car is cold ). Error code that pops up on diag tool is P0015 - camshaft over retarded ( VANOS exhaust actuator...

(2005 Mini Cooper S) Does alternator and power steering pump share the same fuse? In a diagram I viewed it looks like F39 is in both circuits. But then I see in discussions of F4 100A fuse as a problematic in PS issues. Short story is coming off interstate, it seemed like car stalled. Popped...

I kept getting an "increased battery discharge" warning. First took it to Autozone where they tested the battery and it came back that my voltage regulator was failing. Took it to a Mini Specialist who ran an OBD diagnostic and it said it was because the computer was trying to wake up the...

My R56 is due an MOT next week and with its current behaviour I’m wondering if I’ll just be wasting my money. it’s an 07 1.4 with 92k miles. Only goes on short journeys. occasionally, it used to have to odd 3/4 day period where it would rough idle at lights ect but it would go away and be a...