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Mini Mini Hatch
R50-53 - Mini R50/R52/R53
2004 Mini MINI COOPER
2004
102,066 miles
Manual
Petrol
No estimate provided
Bidding ends 16 May at 12:00
Listing Source
Morris Leslie
Auction
Auction Date
Saturday, 16 May 2026
Starts at 10:00
Ends at 12:00
2 days remaining
Location
United Kingdom
About the Mini Cooper
The MINI Cooper R50 (2001-2006) had the 1.6 Tritec with 115hp. The default choice combining fun and practicality. Around 500,000 R50s built total. Values from £4k.
Known Issues to Watch For
MINI R50: Tritec 1.6 engine generally robust but thermostat housing cracks (plastic). Timing chain needs attention. CVT auto unreliable - avoid. Manual gearbox ok. Electric power steering pump failures. Window regulators fail. Budget £1.5-3k annually.
Desirable Options
Manual gearbox, Good service history, Chili pack, Sports suspension
Specifications
Performance
Horsepower115 hp
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine0.0L
Fuel TypePetrol
TransmissionManual
Drive TypeFWD
Vehicle Details
Year2004
Mileage102,066 miles
Body StyleHatchback
RegistrationYL04BYX
Production Info
Production Years2001 - 2006
GenerationR50-53
Listing Source
Morris Leslie
Auction
Auction Date
Saturday, 16 May 2026
Starts at 10:00
Ends at 12:00
2 days remaining
Location
United Kingdom
Price on request
2004102,066 milesManual