Why get a spare now
When a working key is available, the new key can normally be added to the van alongside it. If that single key is later lost, the job becomes an all-keys-lost situation, which is typically more involved.
A spare is also useful for businesses where more than one driver uses the van, or where a key is often left at a yard or with an office.
What the spare key service covers
- Cutting a new blade to match your existing key or locks
- Programming the transponder so the van will start
- Setting up remote locking where the key has buttons
- Testing both keys before we leave
What to tell us
Please bring your working key to the visit and send these details with your enquiry:
- Van registration number
- Make, model and year (e.g. Ford Transit Custom, 2019)
- Where the van is parked in or around Eastleigh
- Proof of ownership or authority to use the vehicle (V5C, finance or lease paperwork, or a company letter)
Arranging the visit
Spare keys are usually planned work, so we can arrange a time that suits your day — at home in Eastleigh, at your yard or between jobs. The price depends on the van and the type of key, and we will confirm this once we have your details.
Van makes covered
This service is offered for our advertised makes: Ford, Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, Vauxhall, Renault, Nissan, Peugeot, Citroën, Fiat, Toyota, Iveco.
Spare Van Keys: common questions
Can you make a spare while I still have a working key?
Yes — that is exactly what this service is for, subject to your van model and key system being compatible.
Will the spare have remote buttons?
Where a compatible remote key is available for your van, yes. We confirm options when we check your details.