Mini engine control light, power loss, probably defective EGR valve

Hi guys, my 2012 Mini Cooper Diesel (105432 km) is causing trouble and I hope someone can help me. The following symptoms: Check Engine light on, engine just stalls, loss of power, runs rough, strong exhaust smell and vibrates at idle. I suspect that it could be the EGR valve. I didn't have a good experience at my last visit to the garage and wanted to ask if anyone has had similar problems and how they were solved? Your tips and experiences with garages would be really helpful! Thanks in advance!

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Hey, I had a similar problem with my 2013 Mini Cooper Diesel, and your symptoms actually sound a lot like a faulty EGR valve. I also had the Check Engine light on, the engine ran rough, just stalled, and there was a loss of power and a strong exhaust smell. The workshop then confirmed that the EGR valve was stuck and that this was causing the problems. This was a serious matter, because a defective EGR valve can damage the engine and other components in the long term. In my case, the EGR valve had to be replaced and the exhaust system cleaned. Since then, the car has been running perfectly again. Hope this helps you! Regards

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Thank you for your answer! Do you remember how much you paid for the replacement and cleaning back then? And has everything remained in order since then or have there been any other problems? Kind regards

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Hey, sure, I can tell you how much the whole thing cost. I paid a total of €355 to replace the defective EGR valve and clean the exhaust system. Not cheap, but since then my Mini has been running smoothly again. No more check engine light, no more loss of power and the engine runs smoothly again. Hope this helps you with your decision! Best regards

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Hey guys, after reading your responses, I've decided to take my Mini Cooper to the mechanic. But this time I really wanted to find a reliable garage. So I got some recommendations from friends and finally decided on one that had a good reputation. So I went there and left the car there. The diagnosis actually confirmed that the EGR valve was faulty. The mechanic then explained to me that the EGR valve absolutely had to be replaced because otherwise it could cause serious damage. Replacing the valve and cleaning the exhaust system cost a total of €380. Not cheap, but well, the car is worth it to me. After the repair, my Mini is running perfectly again, no more check engine light and the engine is running smoothly again. Thanks for your tips, that really helped me! Kind regards

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