[Success] My Piaggio MP3 flashes security light - what code is missing?

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Lightspeed
Member since March 2022 • 94 posts

Where's the key code hidden on my Piaggio MP3 for key programming?

Posted on August 21, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1159 posts

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

Posted on August 22, 2024

Replies (3)

Jazzmann
Member • 108 posts

Still can’t find the code for my Piaggio MP3. This might do it.

August 22, 2024 Reply
Flashgordon
Member • 36 posts

Using this on my Piaggio MP3 now. Hope it works.

August 23, 2024 Reply
Blackwidow
Member • 37 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Piaggio MP3 owner.

August 24, 2024 Reply

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