[Closed] Bought used 2012 MINI Coupe - where's the key code?

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Silversurf
Member since January 2022 • 92 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my 2012 MINI Coupe?

Posted on January 14, 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 Coupe. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 15, 2025

Replies (5)

Misterx
Member • 133 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 2012 MINI Coupe.

January 15, 2025 Reply
Alphadog
Member • 58 posts

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

January 16, 2025 Reply
Neontiger
Member • 104 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 2012 MINI Coupe—might work for mine too.

January 17, 2025 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 50 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old 2012 MINI Coupe.

January 18, 2025 Reply
Goldengate
Member • 49 posts

Trying this out on my 2012 MINI Coupe today—hoping it works.

January 19, 2025 Reply

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