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The filter in the pic is from a Gen 1 Mini Cooper (R50) but applies to BMW models as well with the replaceable filter element. This is a problem with Midas, Motomaster, etc type aftermarket filters. Mann and Mahle are OEM supplies of filters and I have not seen the OEM supplied filters have a problem. I also have not seen a problem with the OEM Mini and BMW branded filters either.
It would would not really matter if the car was making 100 horsepower or 600 since oil pressure is still regulated to about the same pressure. Its really the quality of filter in question. The R50 Mini Cooper only makes about 115 horsepower.
In 2002-2005 there were problems with engines being damaged because of aftermarket shops like Midas using these filters and also removing the tension spring in the filter housing and either not reinstalling it or installing it incorrectly. Since then the design has changed in Minis 2005 and up so its just the poor quality filters that are the problem. Also these shops do not always use synthetic oil which leads to its own problems
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