[Fixed] Looking for my 2012 MINI Cooper Countryman Base's key code to program a new key

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Goldengate
Member since October 2021 • 42 posts

How do I get the key code to program a new key for my 2012 MINI Cooper Countryman Base?

Posted on April 12, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2012 MINI Cooper Countryman Base. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 13, 2025

Replies (6)

Frostbite
Member • 126 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 2012 MINI Cooper Countryman Base. Giving it a go myself.

April 13, 2025 Reply
Icedragon
Member • 49 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2012 MINI Cooper Countryman Base.

April 14, 2025 Reply
Frostymug
Member • 121 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 2012 MINI Cooper Countryman Base.

April 15, 2025 Reply
Alphamale
Member • 145 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my 2012 MINI Cooper Countryman Base key issue.

April 16, 2025 Reply
Yellowfin
Member • 85 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 2012 MINI Cooper Countryman Base—might work for mine too.

April 17, 2025 Reply
Wizardoz
Member • 104 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 2012 MINI Cooper Countryman Bases?

April 18, 2025 Reply

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