[Update] Anyone with experience retrieving ignition codes for 2010 MINI Convertible?

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Haloeffect
Member since August 2023 • 70 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my 2010 MINI Convertible to program a key?

Posted on April 10, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2010 MINI Convertible. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 11, 2025

Replies (3)

Happyfeet
Member • 6 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 2010 MINI Convertible this weekend.

April 11, 2025 Reply
Firestarter
Member • 27 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 2010 MINI Convertible—might work for mine too.

April 12, 2025 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 104 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 2010 MINI Convertible owner.

April 13, 2025 Reply

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