2005 Mini Cooper
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2005 Mini Cooper is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 128 on record.
2005 Mini Cooper at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
2005 Mini Cooper recalls 4
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 function properly and, as…
Fix: 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.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2002-2005 MINI Cooper and Cooper S vehicles and 2005 Cooper and Cooper S Convertible vehicles. The affected vehicles may experience temporary or permanent loss of the electro-hydraulic steering assistance.
Fix: MINI will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the electro-hydraulic power steering system, replacing the components and wiring, as necessary, free of charge. Interim notices were mailed to owners on December 10, 2015. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Ow…
K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Fix: K2 MOTOR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMEBER 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT K2 MOTOR AT 1-909-839-2992.
DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Fix: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2005 Mini Cooper common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 843 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2005 Mini Cooper MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2005 Mini Cooper worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2005 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 ($4,601) with the same model 3 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.
2005 Mini Cooper trims & engines on record
2005 Mini Cooper vehicles on record
2005 Mini Cooper BaseWMWRC33475TC57256
2005 Mini Cooper SWMWRE33425TD95782
2005 Mini Cooper SWMWRE33425TG95242
2005 Mini Cooper BaseWMWRF33435TF60705
2005 Mini Cooper BaseWMWRC33575TJ69605
2005 Mini Cooper SWMWRH33535TF85784
2005 Mini Cooper BaseWMWRC33515TJ72466
2005 Mini Cooper SWMWRE335X5TG97295
2005 Mini Cooper SWMWRH33525TK56149
2005 Mini Cooper BaseWMWRF33485TG10014
2005 Mini Cooper BaseWMWRC33485TJ65263
2005 Mini Cooper BaseWMWRC33475TJ67120
2005 Mini Cooper BaseWMWRC33575TJ69572
2005 Mini Cooper BaseWMWRF33575TF62613
2005 Mini Cooper SWMWRE33415TD90816
2005 Mini Cooper BaseWMWRC33575TJ73234
2005 Mini Cooper SWMWRH33565TF84614
2005 Mini Cooper BaseWMWRC33585TJ69564
2005 Mini Cooper BaseWMWRC33415TJ67758
2005 Mini Cooper SWMWRE33485TD96290
2005 Mini Cooper SWMWRE33585TG96100
2005 Mini Cooper BaseWMWRC33415TJ67632
2005 Mini Cooper SWMWRE33475TD97494
2005 Mini Cooper BaseWMWRC33455TC58079
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2005 Mini Cooper — frequently asked questions
Does the 2005 Mini Cooper have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2005 Mini Cooper. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Mini Cooper?
Based on 843 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are steering, electrical system, engine.
What gas mileage does the 2005 Mini Cooper get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2005 Mini Cooper at about 27 mpg combined (24 city / 32 highway).
How much is a 2005 Mini Cooper worth?
Comparable 2005 Mini Cooper listings run roughly $2,700–$6,500, typically around $4,601 (from 128 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.