BMW Mini Electric Power Steering (PAS) Pumps – Exchange Units In Stock & Rebuild Services!
The Common Failure
The BMW Mini in all it’s ranges is a beautiful car but unfortunately, it too has it’s flaws. The EPAS (Electric Power Assisted Steering) system also know as EHPAS (Electro-Hydraulic Power Assisted Steering) system is a major flaw in it’s design and almost all units are guaranteed to fail within 70k miles from new.
Why Do They Fail?
Believed to be a manufacturing defect, almost all of the electric mini power steering pumps will fail at some point or another unless they have been previously repaired by a qualified company that can meet & exceed the OE standards and rectify the common problems as we do to ensure they are future proof. The original units first fitted in 2001 to the BMW Mini’s were having the problem of not turning off with the engine. They were receiving a constant live which would drain the battery power and eventually burn out the motor in the electric steering pump. BMW did go on to try correct this issue & unfortunately, came to a bigger issue where they found that some of the newer models of the electric steering pump were in fact catching fire under the bonnet.. damaging the wiring harness at the same time. As you can imagine, an electrical fire under the bonnet of a petrol car can be VERY dangerous.
What Are The Common Symptoms?
- Noisy Power Steering Pump
- Power Steering Pump Staying On When Engine Off
- Battery Keeps Getting Drained
- Overheats & Catches Fire (in extreme cases only)
- Complete Loss Of Power Steering
Should I Replace Or Repair?
If you’re replacing it, make sure it’s being replaced with one that’s previously been repaired & modified to rectify all manufacturing defects. If you’re looking to buy a new unit or even a second hand unit from a parts shop or breakers yard then expect it to fail in the future, none are future proof unless they are modified to meet & exceed OE specification and currently that is the ONLY way to safeguard the future of the unit. In fact, we’re so confident that we offer a full no quibble 2 years warranty where as a new part will come with only 6months to 1year warranty and second hand parts with only up to 90 days warranty.
Our parts will meet & exceed the OE specification, work exactly as it should and rest assured it will never fail again. All our mini electric steering pumps are tested off the shelf and come with a complete 2 years warranty.
What Options Do I Have With Sinspeed?
- Rebuild & Modify Your Own Unit (COU – Customers Own Unit)
- Exchange Unit Sold Off the Shelf (Modified & Ready For Same-Day Dispatch!)
That’s right, this problem is so common that we always try to carry them in stock on the shelf ready for same day dispatch.
Can I Remove & Fit This Part Myself?
You will have to have some mechanical experience but it’s not the hardest of jobs to remove and fit a BMW Mini electric power steering pump. If you’re not confident in doing so, then we do offer a full supply & fit service at our workshop and a free collect & return service of your vehicle (dependant on your location).
For more information, give us a call today on 0203 815 9441.

Ajaz is a seasoned automotive electronics engineer with deep expertise in remanufacturing vehicle electronics. He has developed skills in all areas of the automotive field, from rebuilding hydraulic steering components, and mechanical gearboxes and reworking intricate vehicle electronics. Ajaz also acquired Bodyteq, a London-based vehicle bodyshop where he has developed extensive knowledge in automotive refinishing.
Alongside his automotive career, Ajaz has built a career in the IT industry, gaining accredited certification as an AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, Cloud Architect, and Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) specialist.
Hi
I have a 2001 Mini Cooper . I am interested in your modified power steering pump
What is done to your unit to remove the design faults which make the unit fail and unreliable?
How much to mod current pump ?
How much to fit a new modded one?
Hi Mark
Thanks for the enquiry,
We do not disclose which parts are causing the design fault but I can say we use new genuine OEM components when rebuilding the units and uprated parts where necessary to insure the fault never returns and all units meet & exceed OE specifications. We have sent you an email with full pricing and information to repair or exchange your steering pump with ones from our stock and also a price on our fitting service.
Kind Regards
Jason
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Hi,
Is it possible to get an view of replacement and fitting costs for both fix options mentioned above?
Thanks
Clyde
Hi Clyde
Thanks for the enquiry,
I have sent you an email with full information and pricing.
Kind Regards
Jason
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a quote please for a replacement power steering pump for a 2004 mini one sk04***
Thanks
Hi Jess
Thanks for the enquiry,
I have sent you an email with full information and pricing for a replacement electric power steering pump on your 2004 Mini One.
Kind Regards
Jason
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Hi power steering pump has went in 54 plate mini one and looking for cost of new or refurbed unit please
Hi Barry
Thanks for the enquiry,
I have sent you an email with full information and pricing for the replacement steering pump to fit your 2004/5 Mini One.
Kind Regards
Jason
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Quote please 2004 mini one Replacement modified sterring pump
Hi Mike
Thanks for the enquiry,
I have sent you an email with full information and pricing for the replacement electric steering pump.
Kind Regards
Jason
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Hi
Can you send me a Quote for a Replacement electric steering pump for 06 mini cooper
Hi Neil
Thanks for the enquiry,
I have sent you an email with full information and pricing.
Kind Regards
Jason
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Price for a mini 2002 powersteering pump please
Hi Lee
Thanks for the enquiry,
I have sent you an email with full information and pricing.
Kind Regards
Jason
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Please Could you Quote
Me to Refurb my 2003 R53 steering Pump?
Many Thanks in advance:
K
Hello
Thanks for your enquiry,
We have sent you an email with full details and pricing.
Kind Regards
Sophie
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quote please for recon my unit 2002 mini one
Hello Michael
Thank you for your enquiry,
We have sent you an email with full details and pricing.
Kind Regards
Sophie
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I have a 2005 R53 Cooper S where the power steering pump has started to carry on running after the engine is stopped. Could you send me costs for one of your replacements please.
Thank you, Phil
Hello Phil
Thank you for your enquiry,
We have sent you an email with full details and pricing.
Kindest Regards
Sophie
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