[Free Solution] Where do I get the ignition unlock code for my MINI MINI?

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Whitenoise
Member since October 2022 • 71 posts

Need my MINI MINI's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on August 16, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the MINI MINI. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 17, 2024

Replies (4)

Rustyshack
Member • 79 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a MINI MINI.

August 17, 2024 Reply
Codeninja
Member • 29 posts

Really need the key code for my MINI MINI, thanks for sharing!

August 18, 2024 Reply
Whitenoise
Member • 43 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my MINI MINI.

August 19, 2024 Reply
Matrixfan
Member • 139 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my MINI MINI for days.

August 20, 2024 Reply

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