Aaa locksmiths

Aaa locksmiths Vehicle specialist Locksmiths, Member of the Auto Locksmiths Association. With 20 years experience.

Called to one of our main dealers today, this 2008 has been moved to a different site and the keyless go key has gone mi...
31/03/2026

Called to one of our main dealers today, this 2008 has been moved to a different site and the keyless go key has gone missing on the 40 mile journey. All back up and running with OEM remote keys from our stock

An urgent 2023 plate Ford transit in for a spare remote this morning, because of the software on this vehicle we needed ...
27/03/2026

An urgent 2023 plate Ford transit in for a spare remote this morning, because of the software on this vehicle we needed to go online with Ford to enable key programming. Being an approved repairer this wasn’t a problem, other than the 10 minute security wait time.

This old girl was put back on the road this afternoon. A very good example of a classic
26/03/2026

This old girl was put back on the road this afternoon. A very good example of a classic

It’s not just car keys we do, all keys lost on this Volvo truck carried out for a regular customer this morning
24/03/2026

It’s not just car keys we do, all keys lost on this Volvo truck carried out for a regular customer this morning

First one this morning, the car has one key activated and only one key. New genuine remote programmed and one key turned...
23/03/2026

First one this morning, the car has one key activated and only one key. New genuine remote programmed and one key turned off for the new owner. We were surprised at being over £100 cheaper than the main dealer.

Old school this morning, regular customer has lost a set of keys for a Toyota Alphard.2 keys cut and programmed on the b...
21/03/2026

Old school this morning, regular customer has lost a set of keys for a Toyota Alphard.
2 keys cut and programmed on the bench like we used to have to do it 20 odd years ago.

This is the reason we only use genuine Ford remotes, and not copies or re-manufactured remotes, this customer has had so...
21/03/2026

This is the reason we only use genuine Ford remotes, and not copies or re-manufactured remotes, this customer has had some out to program an aftermarket remote which didn’t resolve the central locking problem. After 15 minutes we diagnosed that the receiver and ancillary battery were both good and then programmed a genuine remote key and hey presto. Central locking is fully functional.

Mini Proximity remote supplied and programmed this morning at a local garage, customer was quite surprised how much chea...
19/03/2026

Mini Proximity remote supplied and programmed this morning at a local garage, customer was quite surprised how much cheaper than the main dealer we were in comparison

⚠️ Audi / VW / SEAT / Skoda owners – important information about lost keys.We recently dealt with a vehicle where all ke...
15/03/2026

⚠️ Audi / VW / SEAT / Skoda owners – important information about lost keys.

We recently dealt with a vehicle where all keys had previously been lost, and a so-called auto locksmith had programmed new keys without using dealer-issued keys.

At first everything seemed fine… until the £10 aftermarket key failed.
The vehicle then displayed multiple security errors and would not start.

The original locksmith has now disappeared, and another technician who inspected the car was unable (or unwilling) to help.

Here’s the issue:

Many “all keys lost” jobs on 2014 onwards VAG vehicles are carried out using sync files sourced remotely. In these cases tools capture the vehicle’s VIN/chassis number and the necessary data is generated remotely (often overseas) to program keys.

However, VAG systems can detect this.

When the vehicle later visits a dealer—for example for a recall—the ODIS dealer diagnostic system can flag that the vehicle’s security has been compromised, including the date and time it occurred.

At that point the official repair may involve replacing multiple security components, which can run into thousands of pounds.

We managed to get this vehicle back up and running, but the takeaway is simple:

✔ If you lose the keys to a 2014+ VAG vehicle, always ask how the keys will be programmed.
✔ If someone says they will use sync files, think carefully before proceeding.
✔ Always use a well-established company with proper premises and a long-term reputation.

We are a 30-year established company, with 20 years as members of the Auto Locksmith Association, operating from two premises. We only use dealer equipment are authorised repairers and use genuine keys to protect both our customers and ourselves.

Supplying and programming a genuine remote keys online for this local main dealer is clearly to their benefit rather tha...
06/03/2026

Supplying and programming a genuine remote keys online for this local main dealer is clearly to their benefit rather than them doing it themselves leaving their technicians to carry on with their busy work load

First thing this morning was this Citroen aircross for a local dealer where the remotes they had wouldn’t start the car ...
06/03/2026

First thing this morning was this Citroen aircross for a local dealer where the remotes they had wouldn’t start the car on the proximity function. Supplying and programming genuine remote keys resolved this problem leaving the owner a very happy bunny

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Unit 6, Carver Road
Stafford
ST161UF

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 2pm

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http://www.autolocksmiths.net/

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