The Mini Guy

The Mini Guy Independent Modern Mini Specialist, all models: R50 R52 R53 R55 R56 R57 R58 R59 R60 R61 F54 F55 F56 F60

Need a replacement or spare remote key for your Mini? We can supply, program and cut new remote keys and hold all key t...
23/05/2026

Need a replacement or spare remote key for your Mini? We can supply, program and cut new remote keys and hold all key types in stock:

Gen1 R50 R52 R53 (2 and 3 button types)
Gen2 R55 R56 R57 R58 R59 R60 R61 (3 button)
Gen3 F54 F55 F56 F57 F60 (3 button)

Please get in touch for pricing and to arrange a booking.

Call: 0151 321 7833 during opening hours.

or Whatsapp message: https://wa.me/message/XB6DBDOIGWFNA1

TESTING, NOT GUESSING, thats our mantra with Mini diagnostics, we want proof of the fault and afterwards we want confirm...
11/02/2026

TESTING, NOT GUESSING, thats our mantra with Mini diagnostics, we want proof of the fault and afterwards we want confirmation of the fix.

To this end our Pico Oscilloscope has been working overtime this week.

Confirming correct cam timing after repair.

Checking live in cylinder pressures with the WPS500X pressure transducer

Identifying and confirming an intake valve issue using the WPS again, in cylinder for compression and then at the intake to detect pressure pulses.

The live data from these graphs gives detail that can never be seen using traditional methods.

Well that's a wrap for 2025, a big thank you to all our customers this year for letting us look after your Minis.We hope...
24/12/2025

Well that's a wrap for 2025, a big thank you to all our customers this year for letting us look after your Minis.
We hope you all have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy and Prosperous New Year.

We re-open on Monday 5th January 2026!

We will be open as normal until 2.30pm on Christmas Eve and will then close until 8.30am on Monday 5th January.We are no...
06/12/2025

We will be open as normal until 2.30pm on Christmas Eve and will then close until 8.30am on Monday 5th January.
We are now fully booked for 2025.
Early January is also filling up fast so please book in early.

Mini Service Indicators:Although not an exhaustive list, here are the most common service indicators and their meaning. ...
21/07/2025

Mini Service Indicators:

Although not an exhaustive list, here are the most common service indicators and their meaning. Note: Exhaust Gas Test is basically MOT for UK.

Lots of module programming and coding jobs keeping me out of mischief the past week. The photos show testing, cloning of...
13/05/2025

Lots of module programming and coding jobs keeping me out of mischief the past week. The photos show testing, cloning of data and software version update for a used FRM module (footwell module from R56 Mini). And also cloning of data from an original faulty CAS module (security module R56 Mini).
These services offer a much cheaper alternative to buying new modules.

Some examples of what we can offer:

Cloning of FRM2, FRM3, DME, DDE, CAS, FEM/BDC, EWS

Coding and VIN correction for most Mini modules.

Coding of individual features or retrofits to Gen1 Gen2 Gen3 Mini models.

Mileage correction and cluster virginisation for most Mini Kombi units including 6WB digital dashboards. (NOTE: Mileage correction can only be carried out where we are confident that a vehicles original Mileage is not being tampered with)

FRM3 EEPROM FIX

If you can't see what you need above get in touch with us.

A Very nice F56 SD in today to have a replacement headlight module programmed and coded. Get in touch if you need module...
28/04/2025

A Very nice F56 SD in today to have a replacement headlight module programmed and coded. Get in touch if you need modules programming, coding or to have settings changed in your Mini. We cover all years of modern Minis.

We had an amazing day on Saturday attending the Alldata Repair Excellence Event at DC Lomas in Winsford, absolute top da...
28/04/2025

We had an amazing day on Saturday attending the Alldata Repair Excellence Event at DC Lomas in Winsford, absolute top day. With really good training sessions and also networking with other forward thinking garages.
Huge thanks to:
D C Lomas LTD Mot Centre and Vehicle Repairs
ALLDATA Europe
Schaeffler REPXPERT UK
Steve @ Simply Diagnostics
And all the many others for putting on this event.

Worked late last night to get a couple of customer cars done and out before the weekend. Now time to chill over Easter, ...
18/04/2025

Worked late last night to get a couple of customer cars done and out before the weekend. Now time to chill over Easter, we are back 8.30am Tuesday.

Have a great Easter Weekend everyone!

Car pictured is R56 John Cooper Works that will be up for sale very soon, just couple of little jobs to sort on it.

If you need parts for your Mini same day Monday to Friday, we stock a huge range of parts for all Generations of BMW Min...
06/04/2025

If you need parts for your Mini same day Monday to Friday, we stock a huge range of parts for all Generations of BMW Minis. All can be collected during our normal openings hours

Service items: oil filter / air filter / fuel filter / pollen filter
Cooling system: radiators / header tanks / caps / heater matrix / thermostat housing / temperature sensors
Braking: pads / discs / wear sensors / calipers / handbrake cables
Belt drive: TVD / pulleys / idlers / tensioners / belts
Timing: chain kits / vanos solenoids / gears / tensioners
Gaskets: rocker cover / head gasket / oil filter housing / thermostat / water pump

The above are just a selection of what we keep in stock, if you want to check availability please message on WhatsApp with your VIN or registration number.

Address

Holborn Square
Birkenhead
CH419HQ

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441513217833

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