Over time, since I purched my 2007 Mini Cooper, the shakes and rattles keep getting worse from the rear area. I don't know if its the hatchback or the suspension or something else or maybe all at one time. I even find screws on the floorboard every now an then. Is anyone else having these issues?

 

I had a small rattle that sounded like it was comming from the left side of the dash. Turns out that one of the plastic grommets that holds some of the wiring in the airbag area has come loose. The dealer mechanics found it and put it into place better, eliminating the rattle. All I can tell you is that if you're hearing a constant rattle, take it to the dealer and get is serviced under warranty.