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Replacement keys · Southampton & Hampshire

Car Key Replacement

Need a replacement car key? Immediate Access provides mobile car key cutting and programming for many cars and vans across Southampton and surrounding Hampshire areas.

Replacement Car Keys

People need replacement keys for all sorts of reasons: a key that's been lost, a fob that's been dropped one too many times, buttons that have stopped working, or a blade so worn it barely turns in the ignition. Whatever the reason, Immediate Access can supply, cut and program replacement keys for many cars and vans — at the vehicle, rather than at a dealer.

This page covers replacement keys in general. If you've lost every key, our lost car keys page explains that situation in detail. If you still have a working key and just want another, see spare car keys.

Damaged or worn keys

Cracked casings, bent or worn blades and sticky buttons are common. A worn blade can also wear the lock or ignition, so replacing the key early is often sensible. If the blade has snapped, see broken car keys.

Lost keys

If a key has gone missing, a replacement can often be produced for many vehicles even without the original. Read more about lost car keys.

Faulty keys

If your key has stopped being recognised by the car or the remote no longer works, the cause may be the battery, the key electronics or programming. We'll help you work out whether a replacement is needed.

Cars and vans

We replace keys for many cars and commercial vans. See also van keys.

Types of Replacement Key

Remote keys

Keys with buttons for central locking. A replacement needs the blade cut (where fitted) and both the chip and remote functions set up.

Transponder keys

Keys with an immobiliser chip that the car must recognise before it starts. These must be programmed to the vehicle.

Smart / proximity keys

Keyless-entry and push-button-start keys. Replacement depends on the vehicle, so we'll confirm what's possible.

Basic blade keys

Older vehicles may use a plain cut key with no electronics. These need accurate cutting only.

Key Cutting & Programming

A replacement key usually involves two stages. First, the blade is cut to match your vehicle's locks. Second, the key's electronics are programmed so the car recognises it. On many modern vehicles, a cut key on its own won't start the engine.

We carry out both stages at the vehicle for suitable jobs. For more detail on the electronic side, see car key programming.

Mobile Replacement & What Affects Cost

Because we're mobile, you don't need to take your car to a locksmith or dealership. For suitable jobs we come to your home, workplace or wherever the vehicle is parked.

The cost of a replacement key depends on the make, model and year, the type of key, whether a working key is available, and the work involved. To request a quote, call with your registration and vehicle details — we'll explain the options and give you a price.

How to Request a Quote

Call us on the number above, or use the Get a Quote form, with:

  • Your vehicle registration, make, model and approximate year
  • The type of key, if you know it
  • Why you need a replacement — lost, damaged, faulty or worn
  • Where the vehicle is

We may need proof of ownership or authority to access the vehicle before carrying out key work.

How it works

  1. 1

    Tell us about the key

    Share your vehicle details and what's wrong with the current key.

  2. 2

    Get your quote

    We'll recommend the right replacement and give you a price.

  3. 3

    Cut & programmed on site

    For suitable jobs, we make and program the key at the vehicle.

Areas We Cover

We provide replacement car keys across Southampton and surrounding Hampshire. Each area page has local information — choose yours below.

Recent Car Key Replacement Jobs

Ford Fiesta all keys lost replacement key in Bitterne

All Keys Lost

Ford Fiesta — Bitterne

Replacement key supplied and programmed for a Ford Fiesta following an all-keys-lost situation in Bitterne.

Ford keysLost car keys

Citroën Berlingo all keys lost replacement key in Bursledon

All Keys Lost

Citroën Berlingo — Bursledon

Replacement key supplied and programmed for a Citroën Berlingo following an all-keys-lost situation in Bursledon.

Citroën keysLost car keys

Peugeot Partner all keys lost replacement key in Totton

All Keys Lost

Peugeot Partner — Totton

Replacement key supplied and programmed for a Peugeot Partner following an all-keys-lost situation in Totton.

Peugeot keysLost car keys

Car Key Replacement FAQs

Can you replace my car key at my home?

For suitable jobs, yes. We're mobile and carry out the work at the vehicle, at home, work or another suitable location.

Do I need the original key to get a replacement?

Not always. For many vehicles a replacement can be made without the original. See our Lost Car Keys page for more.

My key is worn but still works — should I replace it?

It's often worth it. A badly worn key can become unreliable. Having another made while it still works is usually more straightforward.

Can you replace just the case of my key?

Sometimes a damaged case can be swapped while keeping the existing electronics. Call and describe the key and we'll advise.

Do you replace van keys?

Yes, we work on many commercial vans as well as cars.

What affects the cost of a replacement key?

The make, model and year, the key type, whether a working key is available, and the work required. Call for a quote.

Which areas do you cover?

Southampton and surrounding Hampshire, including Eastleigh, Winchester, Fareham, Portsmouth, Gosport, Hedge End, Chandler's Ford and Romsey.

Need a replacement key?

Call for current availability across Southampton & Hampshire.

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