Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of mini cooper based on all problems reported for the cooper.
Mini cooper door lock problems.
Door latch problem of the 2005 mini cooper 1.
If you use a code reader that can read bmw mini specific codes it will let you know if there are any issues with the bcu.
The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The mini cooper dealer in studio city is asking 565 to fix it.
However the driver side actuator does take a bit more time to install as it has the key lock linkage to also get back in place.
The electric doors locks does not work anymore.
Before you go down the road of the bcu you need to pull and inspect the door lock actuator and make sure its working and that no cables or plastic bushing is worn or come drift.