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Car-key replacement cost
A replacement blade, transponder and remote are different parts of the same job. Give the vehicle and key details first so the price covers what you actually need.
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What customers paid
Vehicle-key jobs vary widely
Across 801 usable customer accounts that named vehicle-key work and a pound amount, the median was £172 and the central 50% ran from £100 to £300. The vehicle, key technology and whether a working key remains all change the job.
| Job customers described | Median amount mentioned | Central 50% | Usable accounts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Car key / auto | £172 | £100–£300 | 801 |
These are amounts customers included in their accounts, not quotes or verified invoices. Jobs differ by time, place, parts and complexity. The central 50% shows the typical spread; genuine amounts can be lower or higher.
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What changes a car-key price?
- Vehicle detailsGive the registration, make, model and year. The required key and programming system depend on the vehicle.
- A spare or all keys lostMaking a copy from a working key is not the same job as replacing the only lost key.
- What the price includesConfirm entry if needed, blade cutting, transponder or remote, programming, travel and VAT.
- Proof of ownershipAsk what identification and vehicle documents the locksmith will need before work starts.
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A cheap-looking quote may cover only the blade or only programming. Ask whether the finished key will start the vehicle, operate the doors and include any required remote functions.
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