One problem related to water pump has been reported for the 2005 Mini Cooper S. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2005 Mini Cooper S based on all problems reported for the 2005 Cooper S.
Tl- the contact owns a 2005 Mini cooper. The contact stated that while driving at 30 mph, the vehicle began overheating and smoke began coming from hood of the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic where the water pump was replaced. After the repair, the power steering ceased without warning upon starting the vehicle. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA campaign number: 15v660000 (steering) which she linked to her failure. The contact then called Mini of des moines 9900 hickman rd, des moines, IA 50325 where she was informed that her vehicle was not included in any recalls. The manufacturer was also notified of the failure and gave her the same information. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was 75,000. Jo.