[Free Tool] Best way to obtain key code for 2003 MINI Cooper S

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Ironwill
Member since January 2023 • 17 posts

Where can I find the key code to program keys for my 2003 MINI Cooper S?

Posted on April 13, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1762 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2003 MINI Cooper S. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 14, 2025

Replies (5)

Redbull
Member • 99 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 2003 MINI Cooper S!

April 14, 2025 Reply
Alphabeta
Member • 69 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my 2003 MINI Cooper S.

April 15, 2025 Reply
Techguru
Member • 60 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 2003 MINI Cooper S.

April 16, 2025 Reply
Ninjastar
Member • 22 posts

Same issue here with my 2003 MINI Cooper S, let me know if it works.

April 17, 2025 Reply
Knightlight
Member • 91 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old 2003 MINI Cooper S.

April 18, 2025 Reply

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