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Free MINI Hatch (R56) VIN Decoder

Decode your MINI Hatch (R56) VIN number free for full specifications, engine, power, transmission and body, plus recalls and safety ratings. Covers 8 variants (2006–2014). No registration.

2006–2014 8 variants Hatchback PetrolDiesel

MINI Hatch (R56) specs by variant

Engine, power, transmission and emissions for each Hatch (R56) variant in our database.

Variant	Years	Fuel	Engine	Power	Gearbox	Drive	CO₂
Cooper S 1.6L 6MT FWD (1745 HP)	2006–2014	Petrol	1.4 L	172 bhp	MANUAL 6sp	FWD	—
Cooper SD 2.0L 6AT FWD (143 HP)	2006–2014	Diesel	2.0 L	141 bhp	AUTOMATIC 6sp	FWD	—
Cooper SD 2.0L 6MT FWD (143 HP)	2006–2014	Diesel	2.0 L	141 bhp	MANUAL 6sp	FWD	—
Cooper 1.6L 6MT FWD (120 HP)	2006–2014	Petrol	1.6 L	118 bhp	MANUAL 6sp	FWD	—
Cooper 1.6i 6MT FWD (120 HP)	2006–2014	Petrol	1.6 L	118 bhp	MANUAL 6sp	FWD	—
Cooper D 1.6L 6MT FWD (110 HP)	2006–2014	Diesel	1.6 L	107 bhp	MANUAL 6sp	FWD	—
One 1.4L 6MT FWD (95 HP)	2006–2014	Petrol	1.4 L	94 bhp	MANUAL 6sp	FWD	—
One 1.4L 6MT FWD (75 HP)	2006–2014	Petrol	1.4 L	74 bhp	MANUAL 6sp	FWD	—

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MINI Hatch (R56) VIN FAQ

What does a MINI Hatch (R56) VIN tell you?+

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Look at the base of the windscreen on the driver's side, on the driver's door-jamb sticker, and on the vehicle registration document (V5C / title).

What years was the MINI Hatch (R56) made?+

Our database covers the MINI Hatch (R56) for model years 2006–2014, across 8 variants.

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