I will get to the end of my 3 years factory maintenance in same time I will be at about 36K in about 2 months.

I am thinking of keeping my Coupe for another year since It has been flawless and free of mechanical problems.

I am planning to asked the dealer for a last inspection at 35K to make sure everything is fine. It may need spark plugs since it has not been been done during the last service at 28K. What about the brake flush, pads and rotors?

Is there anything else I should be aware?

 

I recommend buying a repair manual if you're keeping your MINI after warranty. I'm also, a bit surprised at the lack of advice on this forum. It used to be very active. Any way nine years with our Hilla and that's my advice. Things will break and it's best to learn how to deal with them on your own. I couldn't afford labor costs. Barely afford parts costs, LOL!

 

Asked my local independent MINI/BMW guru if the plugs should be changed at 50k miles. He said any change before 90k is a waste of money unless required. The manual says 100k. Sounded a little long to me but I trust his experience and knowledge. FWIW.

 

Sometimes service advice changes. I seem to recall MINI telling owners to change oil only once a year. I think that got revised. Nothing wrong with checking plugs though. Early signs of an issue can be seen from the plugs.

 

Guess it all depends on how the vehicle is operated and maintained.

 

Inspecting never hurts.

 

 

+1 on inspection. 11 years and over 100K (whispered softly) all from proactive attention to details...not counting two surprises, O2 sensor and a wire separation in a wire bundle. Pay 'tention and it'll pay you back in fun adventures.

 

I had my dealer replace all the brake parts + brake fluid flush, wipers, and accessory belt right before mine expired. Spark plugs they didn't do saying that I won't need them until 90k.