MINI EPC is the online BMW ETK catalog for MINI, available worldwide through VINsearch. Decode any MINI VIN, open the exact assembly diagram, and read off the genuine OEM part number — all in the browser, with no desktop install.
What is MINI EPC?
MINI EPC is the electronic parts catalog MINI technicians and parts specialists rely on to identify genuine components. Built on BMW ETK — MINI's factory parts data reaching back to vehicles from the marque's earlier model years — it maps every vehicle to its exact build via the VIN.
From engine internals to body panels and electrical connectors, every group is drawn as an exploded diagram with part numbers, quantities and supersession history.
Key features
Inside MINI EPC you get the full professional toolset:
- VIN decode to exact build
- OEM part numbers
- Exploded parts diagrams
- Supersession / replacement chains
- Model & engine tree navigation
- Torque specs & assembly notes
- Browser-based — no installation, always current
- Cross-device: workshop PC, tablet, or phone
MINI models covered
MINI EPC covers the complete MINI line-up across every market and model year, including:
- MINI Cooper
- MINI Countryman
- MINI Clubman
MINI EPC vs free viewers and aftermarket lookups
Free single-brand viewers and aftermarket cross-reference tools are fine for a rough guess, but they lag behind factory data and miss supersessions. MINI EPC reads from BMW ETK directly, so the number you see is the number MINI currently ships — which is exactly what prevents wrong-part returns.
What a MINI part number looks like
Numbers issued by BMW Group follow one house format, so the shape of a number tells you who issued it before you open a diagram.
Format34 11 6 794 300
Eleven digits. The first two are the main group (34 is brakes), the next two the sub-group, and the remainder identifies the part.
Looked up in BMW ETK.
Got a number and not sure whose it is? Check it with the free OEM part number lookup, or read how formats differ by brand.
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Frequently asked questions
What is MINI EPC used for?
MINI EPC is used to identify genuine MINI parts by VIN: it shows exploded diagrams, OEM part numbers, quantities and supersession chains for every MINI model and year.
Do I need to install anything?
No. MINI EPC on VINsearch is web-based (no install). You log in from any browser — there is no desktop software, dongle or dealer credential required.
Does MINI EPC include older MINI models?
Yes. Because it is built on BMW ETK, the catalog includes historic MINI models alongside current ones, with factory supersessions so discontinued numbers resolve to their current replacements.
Is it the official catalog?
VINsearch provides online access to the official BMW ETK dataset. The data is the manufacturer's; VINsearch is the independent access platform that makes it usable in the browser worldwide.
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