Okay - so it would appear the blipper for my Mini is on the blink.

Obviously the battery in the keyfob is running low, as I haven't changed it in 18 months, and now it wont unlock/disarm the car.

BMW say that when the battery goes, it needs replacing and reprogramming - is this correct? Is it something that can be done without paying main dealer prices, as so far I've been quoted £162 + vat!

I know we have a few BMW employees/experts on here - any experience/ideas etc....