[Resolved] My McLaren MP431 key was cloned but code still needed?

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Frostymug
Member since November 2021 • 124 posts

How to find the key code to program keys for my McLaren MP431?

Posted on May 20, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1890 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the McLaren MP431. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 21, 2025

Replies (6)

Karmaking
Member • 38 posts

My McLaren MP431 won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

May 21, 2025 Reply
Vectorprime
Member • 139 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my McLaren MP431 as well.

May 22, 2025 Reply
Alphabeta
Member • 136 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my McLaren MP431!

May 23, 2025 Reply
Yankeezulu
Member • 77 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my McLaren MP431 too.

May 24, 2025 Reply
Moonwalker
Member • 133 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with McLaren MP431 key issues!

May 25, 2025 Reply
Jedimaster
Member • 37 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer McLaren MP431.

May 26, 2025 Reply

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