BMW Mini One / Cooper R50/53 Midland MA Gearbox Repairs
BMW Mini Gearbox Problems
The earlier BMW Mini (mk1) is notorious for it’s long list of common problems and includes the common failing 5-Speed manual gearbox. The BMW Mini Mk1 is fitted with a Midland box across all models including the Mini ONE and Cooper. This is possibly one of the most common gearboxes we see in our workshops.
The most common problem with these gearboxes is bearing failure and more often it’s either the pinion bearing or front bearing on the lay gear – you may notice a distinctive noise as they progress to wear out. If you do notice the problem in it’s early stages, the cost of repair is much cheaper than if you wait for the bearings to completely collapse.
Once the bearings collapse, it could as much as double the repair bill depending on the extent of damage it causes. We’ve seen gear-sets get chewed to bits and gearbox casings cracked – this type of damage is irreparable and new casings and gearsets can be very expensive.
Common BMW Mini Gearbox Faults
- Noisy Gearbox (Crunching / Whining / Grinding Noise)
- Not Going Into Gear (especially 2nd + 5th)
- Stuck In Gear (commonly 2nd + 5th)
- Loss of Power / Clutch Slipping
If the front bearing fails, your clutch may need replacing due to oil contamination.
Our BMW Mini Gearbox Rebuild + Free Fitting Service
We are able to fully strip & rebuild the BMW Mini gearbox. We use new genuine OEM components when repairing gearboxes to ensure each and every reconditioned gearbox meets & exceeds OE specifications. All of our rebuilt gearboxes come with a 2 year unlimited mileage warranty and free fitting in our gearbox service centre.
If you have a gearbox fault with your BMW Mini, call us today on 0203 815 9441.
got mini gear box with what sounds like a grinding diff? cost of replacement / repair
Hi Mike,
Thanks for the enquiry, and many apologies for the delay in our response.
We’ve sent you an email over now with full pricing and information.
Kind Regards
Jason
SINSPEED
Hi, i went to my mechanic over what i thought was a wheel bearing but turns out my gearbox is on its way out and he doesnt do them. How much is it roughly to get a gearbox fixed. Thanks ashley
Hi Ashley,
Thanks for the enquiry,
This is a very common issue which does come with a 2-year warranty for complete peace of mind.
We’ve sent you an email with full pricing and information.
Kind Regards
Jason
SINSPEED
Hi my 10 reg mini cooper wont go into second gear it just crunches all orher gears are fine would this be an expensive problem?
Hi Lee,
Thanks for the enquiry,
This is known to be a very common issue and we have an excellent repair option, which does come with a 2-year warranty for complete peace of mind.
We’ve sent you an email with full pricing and information.
Kind Regards
Jason
SINSPEED
Hi i have a mini cooper 2002 44000 miles auto gearbox on every revolution it makes a clicking noise like when you were a kid and you put a playing card in your bike spokes coud you tell me is it a easy fix and the cost to do this .regards john.
Hello John,
Thank you for your enquiry
We have sent over an email now with some further information regarding the prices for the repair of your Mini Cooper Gearbox.
Kind Regards
Jason
SINSPEED
My 53 plate mini has been making a winding Noise for about a week, i’ve spoken to a Mechanic and theyve told me it’s the gearbox. Sounds expensive! Can you give me a quote?
Hi Holly
Thanks for the enquiry,
We’ve got a great rebuild solution that will cure this problem for you. We’ve just sent you an email with full information and pricing.
Kind Regards
Jason
SINSPEED
Hi,i have 2003 cooper 5speed ,differential making lots of noise,how much for rebulding tge gearbox,cheers
Hi Martin,
Thanks for the enquiry
It’s a very common issue and one we can definitely get sorted for you. We’ve sent over an email now with full pricing and some further information.
Kind Regards
Jason
SINSPEED
Hi my gearbox seems to be making a grinding noise from 2nd Gear upwards on a 2003 mini cooper, how much would it cost to get fixed/replaced
Hi Josh,
Thanks for the enquiry and many apologies for the delay in getting back to you.
We can definitely get this sorted for you. We’ve sent over an email now with full pricing and some further information.
Kind Regards
Jason
SINSPEED
hi i have a 2004 mini cooper 1.6 it has started making a crunching sound when going in to 2nd gear, whats my optionscan it be fixed or do i need new box?
Hello Paul,
Thank you for your enquiry and many apologies for the delay in our response.
We have sent over an email now with some further information regarding the prices for the repair of your Mini Cooper Gearbox.
Kind Regards
Jason
SINSPEED
My 53 plate cooper is making a whining noise buts gets all gears perfect,been told it’s gearbox
Hi John,
Thanks for the enquiry and many apologies for the delay in getting back to you.
We can definitely get this sorted for you and we’ve sent over an email now with full pricing and some further information.
Kind Regards
Jason
SINSPEED
Hi Jason, I have A 04 mini One 5 gear and have been told that the gear box and potentially the clutch has gone. please. is this something you could help with.
Hi Natasha
Thanks for the enquiry,
We can definitely help by rebuilding the gearbox and fitting a new clutch kit at the same time. We’ve sent you an email with full pricing and information.
Kind Regards
Jason
SINSPEED