[Completed] Where can I buy the programming code for a 2003 MINI Cooper?

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Jazzcat
Member since April 2023 • 44 posts

Looking for my 2003 MINI Cooper's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on January 04, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1170 posts

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

Posted on January 05, 2025

Replies (4)

Electric
Member • 80 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 2003 MINI Cooper.

January 05, 2025 Reply
Happycamper
Member • 44 posts

Will this work if the 2003 MINI Cooper has an aftermarket alarm?

January 06, 2025 Reply
Silversurf
Member • 72 posts

Was about to tow my 2003 MINI Cooper. Let me try this first.

January 07, 2025 Reply
Lonewolf
Member • 125 posts

This might finally help me unlock my 2003 MINI Cooper's key code.

January 08, 2025 Reply

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