[Solution] Programming new key for Piaggio MP3 400 LT - don’t know code

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Supernova
Member since April 2022 • 80 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my Piaggio MP3 400 LT?

Posted on February 19, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1564 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Piaggio MP3 400 LT. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 20, 2025

Replies (3)

Vectorx
Member • 41 posts

I’ve got a 2012 Piaggio MP3 400 LT, would this method still work?

February 20, 2025 Reply
Killerinst
Member • 44 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Piaggio MP3 400 LT for a while.

February 21, 2025 Reply
Techlord
Member • 64 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Piaggio MP3 400 LT.

February 22, 2025 Reply

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