We look at the most common problems to blight the second-generation R56 Mini models, and how to cure and prevent them in this buyer’s guide. BMW’s relaunch of the Mini brand has to be the perfect ...

I have a 2003 MINI Cooper S with 42,000 miles on the clock and today the power steering has just stopped working. I have looked on a couple of MINI web sites and this appears to be a serious problem ...

The Mini Convertible is stylish and fun to drive, with the added benefit of fresh air. It's a good used buy, too. When viewing a used car, always follow our used car buying checklist. As with most ...

The Mini Hatch is a great all-rounder. It's good to drive, very reliable and should be cheap to run. Most Minis will have been used enthusiastically so check the bodywork for any car-park scuffs and ...

Overall, the MINI Countryman Mk1 has been a bit of a mixed bag when it comes to durability. The car doesn’t have many major common faults and the only recalls were issued relatively early into its ...