[Completed] Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my Piaggio NRG MC3 DD?

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Killerbee
Member since September 2022 • 107 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a Piaggio NRG MC3 DD?

Posted on May 15, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Piaggio NRG MC3 DD. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 16, 2025

Replies (3)

Neontiger
Member • 54 posts

Same issue here with my Piaggio NRG MC3 DD, let me know if it works.

May 16, 2025 Reply
Zetareticuli
Member • 67 posts

Same problem on my Piaggio NRG MC3 DD. Watching for any working solutions.

May 17, 2025 Reply
Ultrasonic
Member • 131 posts

My Piaggio NRG MC3 DD is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

May 18, 2025 Reply

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