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Rear Brakes

REAR BRAKES DISK BRAKES F57 SPECIFICATIONS

IMPORTANT: New brake pads may only be installed if the brake disk thickness is greater than the minimum brake disc thickness.
Minimum brake disc thickness during general inspection (Gl):
Nominal size thickness minus 2.4 mm
(Not applicable to perforated brake discs)
Perforated brake discs:
Nominal size thickness minus 1.6 mm
Depending on:
  • Engine type
  • Transmission version
  • Equipment specification (e.g. maximum load increase, chassis official-use, national version, etc.)

different brake discs can be fitted
The brake discs must always be assigned by way of the relevant vehicle identification number
   
Thickness difference in the friction surfaces of the brake disc Max. mm 0.01
Nominal size (diameter x thickness) mm 259x10
Minimum brake disc thickness stamped on brake disc chamber mm 8.4
Pad wear warning from remaining brake pad thickness mm 3.7

34.. Specifications for brake performance testing as part of regular periodic vehicle inspections as prescribed in 29 German road traffic licensing regulations German Car Safety Standards F57 

BRAKE PERFORMANCE TESTING SPECIFICATIONS

Model series F57
Base model MINI ONE
Remarks Convertible
Approved gross vehicle weight (kg) 1670 kg
Maximum brake pedal force to achieve a deceleration rate of 58 % in (N) 170 N
Minimum front axle brake force ratio in % 57.5 %
Minimum proportion of rear axle braking force in % 17.6%
Test area for brake pedal force (N) 70-150 N