[Closed] How to verify locksmith can get 2017 Mini Cooper key code

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Voodoochild
Member since September 2021 • 73 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my 2017 Mini Cooper?

Posted on December 18, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1496 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2017 Mini Cooper. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 19, 2024

Replies (6)

Quantumfizz
Member • 64 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old 2017 Mini Cooper.

December 19, 2024 Reply
Urbanlegend
Member • 96 posts

Does this method work for the 2017 Mini Cooper models from 2010 onward?

December 20, 2024 Reply
Codeninja
Member • 145 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 2017 Mini Cooper too.

December 21, 2024 Reply
Whiteknight
Member • 74 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my 2017 Mini Cooper key issue.

December 22, 2024 Reply
Flashgordon
Member • 20 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 2017 Mini Cooper key code too.

December 23, 2024 Reply
Lightspeed
Member • 117 posts

My 2017 Mini Cooper needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

December 24, 2024 Reply

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