Mini lighting job costs (US)
| Job | Parts | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Mini headlight replacement | $25–$1,215 | $60–$1,700 |
Fitment checklist for Mini
Reflector vs projector
LED bulbs in a halogen reflector scatter light and are not road-legal in most markets. Projector housings or full LED units are the compliant route.
Coding and CAN bus
Many cars flag an LED as a bulb-out failure unless the unit has CAN-bus resistors or the module is coded.
Aim after fitting
A new housing must be beam-aimed or it fails inspection and dazzles oncoming traffic.
Frequently asked questions
- Are LED bulb conversions legal?
- In most of Europe, the UK and Australia, retrofitting LED bulbs into a housing type-approved for halogen makes the vehicle non-compliant. Rules differ by market — check yours before buying.
- Can a hazed headlight be restored?
- Yes. Wet-sanding and a UV-stable clear coat restores output for a fraction of a new housing.
- Are Mini lighting parts expensive?
- Mini sits in the premium tier, so genuine parts carry a premium. OE-supplier brands make the same components without the badge markup.