[Update] Locked out of diagnostics - Mondial MG Prince asks for access code

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Frostymug
Member since August 2022 • 54 posts

How can I retrieve my Mondial MG Prince's key code to make a spare key?

Posted on April 14, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Mondial MG Prince. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 15, 2025

Replies (5)

Electriceel
Member • 136 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a Mondial MG Prince.

April 15, 2025 Reply
Iceberg
Member • 17 posts

Really need the key code for my Mondial MG Prince, thanks for sharing!

April 16, 2025 Reply
Zombieslayer
Member • 82 posts

My Mondial MG Prince just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

April 17, 2025 Reply
Hotrod
Member • 74 posts

Using this on my Mondial MG Prince now. Hope it works.

April 18, 2025 Reply
Purplerain
Member • 64 posts

Key code problems with my Mondial MG Prince as well. Subscribed!

April 19, 2025 Reply

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