Mini Cooper engine issues

I had a very similar issue with my Mini Cooper some time ago. The engine would refuse to start intermittently, and sometimes it shut off while driving. I remember the dashboard light flickering as well. I would suggest that you check the fuses related to the ignition switch and the starter motor. It might be a simple fix.

Thank you for your reply! Which fuse exactly did you have to check? And where is it located? I'm not very experienced with car electrics, but I am willing to give it a try before taking it to the workshop.

I am glad that I could help. In my case, it was indeed a fuse related to the car ignition. I think it was labeled 'ignition switch' or something similar in the fuse box diagram. The fuse box is usually located in the engine compartment or under the dashboard. However, if you are not comfortable working on it yourself, I strongly recommend taking your Mini Cooper to a qualified workshop for diagnosis.

Just wanted to update you. It was indeed a defective fuse! The ignition switch fuse was the culprit. Replaced it myself, cost me 52€ and now my Mini Cooper is running smoothly again. Thanks a lot for your advice!