[Update] How to find the factory key code to program MINI Cooper 5Door Hatchback keys?

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Karmapolice
Member since November 2022 • 107 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my MINI Cooper 5Door Hatchback?

Posted on February 15, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the MINI Cooper 5Door Hatchback. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 16, 2025

Replies (6)

Ghostrider
Member • 52 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out MINI Cooper 5Door Hatchback.

February 16, 2025 Reply
Whiterabbit
Member • 19 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my MINI Cooper 5Door Hatchback.

February 17, 2025 Reply
Darkangel
Member • 33 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a MINI Cooper 5Door Hatchback before?

February 18, 2025 Reply
Darkhorse
Member • 114 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer MINI Cooper 5Door Hatchback.

February 19, 2025 Reply
Flashgordon
Member • 96 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's MINI Cooper 5Door Hatchback. Giving it a go myself.

February 20, 2025 Reply
Omegaman
Member • 112 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my MINI Cooper 5Door Hatchback's key code.

February 21, 2025 Reply

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