Ford Transit and Transit Custom
The most common van on British roads, from older Transits to the Transit Custom and Transit Connect.
Van key replacement Southampton · Open 24 hours, 7 days
Van Key Replacement in Southampton and Hampshire
A van off the road means lost work. Whether you have lost the only key, snapped it or need spares for your team, I provide van key replacement in Southampton and across Hampshire, cutting and programming keys wherever the van is, so it can get back on the road as quickly as possible. I am Shane, an auto locksmith based in Eastleigh, and van work is a big part of my week, including for a Fire and Rescue fleet.
- All major van makes
- Done at the van
- Open 24 hours
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Van keys on siteCut, coded and tested
- 30 to 45 minutesTypical arrival
- 30 car makesCars and vans
- No call-out feeWithin 6 miles of Eastleigh
- 12 month warrantyOn keys I supply
Van keys
Van Key Replacement Without the Downtime
For tradespeople and delivery drivers, a lost or broken van key is more than an inconvenience. Every hour the van cannot move is an hour of work lost, and waiting days for a dealer is not an option. That is why I treat van key jobs as a priority and do the whole job wherever the van is parked.
Van keys work in much the same way as car keys, with a blade, a transponder chip and usually a remote. Many vans also have separate locks on the sliding side door and the rear doors, which all need to work with the same key. I cut the blade to match every lock, program the key to the immobiliser and central locking, and test every door before I leave.
Lost van keys and security
Vans often carry valuable tools and stock, so a lost key is a security risk as well as an inconvenience. Where the van supports it, I remove the lost key from the immobiliser once the new one is programmed. If the keys may have been stolen, report it to the police and your insurer too. For cars, see my car key replacement page.
Vans I cover
Van Makes and Models I Cut Keys For
I work on most vans on UK roads. These are the ones I see most often.
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Vito
Keys for Sprinter and Vito vans, including the newer remote and keyless systems.
Vauxhall Vivaro and Movano
Keys for Vivaro and Movano vans, including the models shared with Renault and Nissan.
Volkswagen Transporter and Caddy
Transporter and Caddy keys, including newer Caddy models with the latest Volkswagen group key system.
Renault, Peugeot and Citroen vans
Trafic, Master, Expert, Partner, Dispatch, Berlingo and Relay, among others.
Toyota and Nissan vans
Proace, NV200 and NV300, plus pickups such as the Hilux used as work vehicles.
Related services
More Services for Van Owners
These services often go hand in hand with van keys.
Several vehicles
Fleet Auto Locksmith
Keys and locks for businesses running several vans or cars.
Fleet servicesWorn ignitionIgnition Barrel Repair
High mileage vans wear ignitions. I repair or replace them on site.
Ignition repairsLocked outVan Lockout
Keys or tools locked in the van. I open it without damage.
Lockout serviceNo keys leftAll Keys Lost
Every key to the van gone. A new key made from scratch on site.
Lost keysStep by step
How I Replace Your Van Key
The job is done where the van is, so it can get back to work as soon as possible.
Call with the details
Tell me the make, model and registration, and where the van is parked.
Check ownership
I check the van belongs to you or your business, usually with the V5C and photo ID. If the V5C is missing, you can get a replacement V5C on GOV.UK.
Cut the blade
I cut the new blade in my van to match the ignition and every door lock.
Program and pair
I program the key to the immobiliser and pair the remote to the central locking.
Test every door
I test the ignition, the remote and every lock, including the side and rear doors.
Your options
Mobile Van Key Replacement or Main Dealer?
When a work van is stuck, time matters more than anything. This is how the two routes usually compare.
| What matters | Main dealer | Lucky Lock Master |
|---|---|---|
| Where the work is done | The van generally needs to be at the dealership | On site, at the depot or at the roadside |
| If every key is lost | The van may need to be transported there | New key made where the van is |
| Waiting for the key | The key may need to be ordered in | Most van keys carried in my van |
| When you can get help | During opening hours | 24 hours, 7 days a week |
| Mixed fleets | Each dealer covers its own brand | Most van makes covered |
Pricing
What Affects the Price of a Van Key?
Every van is different, so I give you a fixed quote once I know the details.
Get a van key quoteMake and model
Newer vans often use more advanced keys and immobiliser systems.
Key type
A basic transponder key costs less than a remote or keyless key.
Whether a key is left
Copying a working key is simpler than making one when every key is lost.
How many keys
Businesses often order several keys at once, which is better value than separate visits.
Good practice
Keeping Your Van Keys Safe
A few simple habits reduce the risk of losing a key or having a van stolen.
Keep a spare off site
A spare kept at home or at the office saves a day of lost work if the main key goes.
Never leave keys in the van
Keys left in the cab or on the dashboard make a van an easy target.
Remove lost keys quickly
If a key goes missing, having it removed from the van stops it being used.
Replace worn keys early
Keys used many times a day wear quickly, and a worn key can snap without warning.
Recent work
Recent Van Key Work
Van work carried out on site.
Fire and Rescue Service Vans
Replacement keys for Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service vans, cut and programmed on site. When a vehicle is needed back in service, there is no time to wait for parts to be ordered in.
See more recent jobs across Hampshire.
Makes and models
Van Keys for Most Makes
From a single Transit to a mixed fleet, I cover most van makes. Coverage depends on the model, year and key system, so send me your registration and I will confirm. You can also read more about my Ford key work.
- Ford
- Mercedes-Benz
- Vauxhall
- Volkswagen
- Renault
- Peugeot
- Citroen
- Nissan
- Toyota
- Fiat
- +20See every make I cover
Where I work
Van Key Replacement in Southampton and Across Hampshire
I cover vans on building sites, industrial estates, depots and driveways across Southampton, Eastleigh, Winchester and Portsmouth. See all the areas I cover.
- Southampton
- Eastleigh
- Chandler’s Ford
- Hedge End
- Winchester
- Portsmouth
- Fareham
- Gosport
- New Forest
- Salisbury
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Questions
Van Key Replacement FAQs
Need several keys or a regular service? Get in touch and tell me about your vans.
Can you replace a van key if I have lost them all?
Yes, for most vans. I open the van, cut a new key and program it to the immobiliser on site, with no original key needed.
Do you cover the Ford Transit?
Yes. I replace keys for older Transits, the Transit Custom and the Transit Connect, among other Ford vans.
Will the new key work in the side and rear doors?
Yes. I cut the blade to match every lock on the van and test each door before I leave.
Can you come to a building site or depot?
Yes. I work wherever the van is, as long as I can access it safely.
Can you make several keys for my team?
Yes. I can make multiple keys for the same van, or keys for several vans in one visit.
Do you treat van jobs as urgent?
Yes. I know a van off the road costs you work, so I prioritise van key jobs wherever I can.
How do I pay for business work?
I accept card, bank transfer and cash, with a receipt for every job.
Van Off the Road? Call Me Now
Tell me the make, model and where the van is, and I will give you a price and an arrival time straight away.