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Mini (classic) radio code

Classic Minis use Philips radios with an AR or RG serial. BMW MINI (2001 on) is not covered.

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Which Mini (classic) radio do you have?

Find the serial for your radio below. The serial tells us exactly which unit it is.

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Philips R570 (22DC570/60), R670 (22DC670/60E), R681 (22DC681/60L), and the 22DC349, 594, 652, 710, 711, 741 and 745 chassis

Serial: 14 characters starting AR or RG · e.g. AR570WX8146086

Remove the radio.
Copy the 14-character serial starting AR or RG from the label or case.
The Security Information card also shows it.

Check the handbook wallet for a code card, or ask a main dealer with your V5C and proof of ID.

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What we cover

Philips R570 and 22DC349 units

Popular models

Classic Mini

Years: 1985–2000. The serial decides — radios are often swapped between cars.

What we can’t do (yet)

BMW MINI (2001 on)

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FAQ

Mini (classic) radio code questions

Where is the serial on these older radios?

These units cannot show it on screen. Remove the radio and copy the 14-character serial from the label or the metal case. The original security card also shows it.

Why do you look the code up?

These codes were issued by the manufacturer, not calculated. We hold millions of them and check yours before you pay.

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