[Free Solution] Need key code after repo of my BMW 1Series 123d Hatchback

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Grace
Member since March 2023 • 110 posts

Where's the key code hidden on my BMW 1Series 123d Hatchback for key programming?

Posted on December 22, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW 1Series 123d Hatchback. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 23, 2024

Replies (5)

Ironman
Member • 5 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my BMW 1Series 123d Hatchback as well.

December 23, 2024 Reply
Icedragon
Member • 106 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a BMW 1Series 123d Hatchback.

December 24, 2024 Reply
Pixelpusher
Member • 70 posts

Just tried this on my BMW 1Series 123d Hatchback—anyone else have success?

December 25, 2024 Reply
Gamerpro
Member • 102 posts

Following this for my BMW 1Series 123d Hatchback. Please update if it works!

December 26, 2024 Reply
Neontiger
Member • 55 posts

Been stuck with my BMW 1Series 123d Hatchback for weeks. This might be the fix.

December 27, 2024 Reply

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