Problems with the EGR valve on MINI: affected models and engines

Reviewed on 27 September 2026How we work

Documented faults, from most to least important

Severity × frequency. Below each one, the MINI models it appears in.

- Critical severityFrequency: Very frequentBMW B47EGR cooler leaks with risk of engine fireYes: the EGR valve cooler can suffer internal coolant leaks which, mixed with soot and oil, can reach combustion temperatures; BMW has launched several technical campaigns since 2018 to inspect and replace it because of the risk of engine fire.Repair (garage): €500–€1,500
In Clubman F54, Cooper F56, Cooper F55 and Countryman F60
- Medium severityFrequency: CommonBMW N47Clogged or seized EGR valveYes, as on most diesels of its generation: the N47's EGR valve seizes or clogs with carbon, especially on cars used in town, causing an unstable idle, jerking and loss of power; it is not usually a serious fault if it is cleaned or replaced in time.Repair (garage): €400–€1,500
In Clubman R55, Cooper R56 and Countryman R60
- Medium severityFrequency: Common1.6 HDiDirty EGR valve and EGR cooler leaksThe 1.6 HDi EGR valve gets dirty easily, especially in town use, and causes jerking and stalling at idle. On the 8V engines the EGR cooler also fails, consuming coolant with no visible leaks.
In Cooper R56
- Medium severityFrequency: Occasional1.4 D-4DEGR valve clogged with sootYes, though with fewer cases than on other Toyota diesels: the 1.4 D-4D's EGR valve clogs with soot, especially on short trips, with cases from around 189,000 km on the Yaris and an inexpensive clean (around €60) that usually resolves it on the Corolla.Appears at around 189,000 km
In Cooper R50

By MINI model

Open yours to see only the faults that affect it, by engine and by year.

Engines and gearboxes involved

Parts for your MINI for faults with the EGR valve

Add the model and engine in the shop, or better still the registration plate or VIN, to see only the parts that fit.

EGR valve
- Buy part at Autodoc (affiliate link, opens in a new tab)

Affiliate links: if you buy from these shops, MotorFiable may receive a commission at no cost to you. Check compatibility against the registration plate or VIN before ordering. Affiliate links

Frequently asked questions

What faults with the EGR valve do MINI cars have?

In 8 models from MINI there are 4 documented faults with the EGR valve. The most important: EGR cooler leaks with risk of engine fire, clogged or seized EGR valve and dirty EGR valve and EGR cooler leaks. Each fault has its own page with the affected years and versions, the symptoms and the repair cost.

Which MINI models have the most problems with the EGR valve?

MINI Cooper R56 (2 faults), MINI Cooper R50 (1 fault), MINI Clubman R55 (1 fault) and MINI Countryman R60 (1 fault).

Which MINI engines have faults with the EGR valve?

1.4 D-4D (1 fault), 1.6 HDi (1 fault), BMW B47 (1 fault) and BMW N47 (1 fault).