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[M-J Leaverland]

Hello,

I have a MINI One 2007 with 70, 000 miles on the clock. The engine warning light came on and I've been told that it has low compression. Here are the numbers:

1 - 200
2 - 180
3 - 90
4 - 180

The garage said that it's probably a problem with the valves and that they'll have to take the head off to fix it and that it will probably cost around £700 to fix. Can anyone tell me if this is normal for a mini like this please? Has anyone else experienced anything similar? Do you have any advice for me please?

Thank you very much.

 

[Dusky]

If you are an experienced mechanic you can take the head of yourself and fix whatever needs to be fixed.

If not : you will need to rely on the garage.

THis difference in compression is absolutely NOT normal.

[M-J Leaverland]

Ok, thank you for your reply; I really appreciate it.

[Alex_B]

It could be head gasket, valves, or piston rings. Without taking the head off you can only speculate.