[Free Tool] Replaced steering column, now 2015 MINI Hardtop Cooper won’t start - code?

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Wildthing
Member since July 2022 • 52 posts

How to find the factory key code to program 2015 MINI Hardtop Cooper keys?

Posted on January 11, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2015 MINI Hardtop Cooper. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 12, 2025

Replies (5)

Younggun
Member • 117 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 2015 MINI Hardtop Cooper key code too.

January 12, 2025 Reply
Vectorx
Member • 66 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my 2015 MINI Hardtop Cooper!

January 13, 2025 Reply
Firestarter
Member • 126 posts

My 2015 MINI Hardtop Cooper is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

January 14, 2025 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 140 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my 2015 MINI Hardtop Cooper, hope this helps.

January 15, 2025 Reply
Jazzmann
Member • 43 posts

This is exactly what I need for my 2015 MINI Hardtop Cooper, thanks for posting!

January 16, 2025 Reply

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