Compare MINI Cooper engine management light repair quotes from specialist garages

Despite the confidence of Aurelio Lampredi - Fiat's chief designer - that the Mini would never be a true rival because it was "so damned ugly", the enduring popularity of the model and its manufacturer suggest otherwise.

There are over 460 MINI clubs in the UK. This guide discusses how much you can expect to pay to service your MINI.

Few cars have achieved an iconic status to the extent of the Mini Cooper. This legendary model has rightly become a symbol of style, agility and individuality, earning fame through its appearance in the 1969 film The Italian Job.

The modern Mini - now made by BMW - is much bigger than its tiny ancestor, with plenty of substance to match its style, making it one of the best-selling cars in the UK. Its all-electric models look set to be just as successful as their petrol and diesel counterparts after the Cooper SE won Green Car Journal's 'Urban Green Car of the Year' award in 2021.

Common problems with the Mini Cooper include power steering pump failure, sensor faults and other electrical niggles.

The engine management light (EML) - also referred to as the check engine light - is a small engine symbol that becomes illuminated on your dashboard to indicate a problem, the severity of which is suggested by the colour of the light (red or yellow) and whether it stays on or flashes (usually due to misfires).

Many things can trigger the EML. Some are easy to fix, such as a loose fuel cap, while others are more expensive, such as a faulty catalytic converter. One of the most common reasons is a defective oxygen sensor - if your car is also experiencing a drop in fuel efficiency and black smoke from the exhaust, this is likely why.

Read this guide for more information about why the engine management light comes on and how to fix it.

You don't have to risk driving your car to a garage when the EML is illuminated. Instead, you can book a mobile mechanic, who will carry out an engine management light repair at a convenient location for you.