[Closed] Is it safe to share key code for 2012 MINI Clubman?

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Whitenoise
Member since June 2023 • 69 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 2012 MINI Clubman

Posted on November 04, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2012 MINI Clubman. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 05, 2024

Replies (5)

Knightrider
Member • 129 posts

My 2012 MINI Clubman's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

November 05, 2024 Reply
Lonewolf
Member • 113 posts

My 2012 MINI Clubman just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

November 06, 2024 Reply
Vectorprime
Member • 9 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my 2012 MINI Clubman.

November 07, 2024 Reply
Heidi
Member • 150 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 2012 MINI Clubman won’t recognize the key.

November 08, 2024 Reply
Karmaking
Member • 46 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 2012 MINI Clubman.

November 09, 2024 Reply

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