[Fixed] Got replacement ECU for MINI ONE 1600 16V, now code doesn’t match

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Whiteknight
Member since March 2023 • 70 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a MINI ONE 1600 16V key?

Posted on February 08, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 819 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the MINI ONE 1600 16V. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 09, 2025

Replies (4)

Neonqueen
Member • 24 posts

I’ve been locked out of my MINI ONE 1600 16V all week. Hope this helps.

February 09, 2025 Reply
Goldenret
Member • 48 posts

Been here before with my MINI ONE 1600 16V. Let’s see if this one works.

February 10, 2025 Reply
Voodooman
Member • 32 posts

Will this work for older MINI ONE 1600 16Vs? Mine's a 2009.

February 11, 2025 Reply
Emeraldeye
Member • 91 posts

My MINI ONE 1600 16V just blinks. I think this might fix it.

February 12, 2025 Reply

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