Car Key Specialists for All Makes in Kettering
Whatever you drive, Matt cuts and programmes car keys for it. From everyday Fords and Vauxhalls to premium BMW, Mercedes, Audi and Land Rover, he covers every make and model on-site in Kettering — including the latest SERMI-restricted vehicles most independent locksmiths have to turn away. Lost keys, spares, replacements and transponder programming for your exact make.
An Auto Locksmith for All Vehicle Makes
Different manufacturers use very different key and immobiliser systems — a Ford transponder is worlds apart from a keyless BMW smart key or a Mercedes FBS system. A genuine auto locksmith needs the equipment, the data access and the experience to handle them all, not just the common ones.
Matt carries dealer-level diagnostic and programming equipment — Autel IM608 Pro, AVDI (Abrites), Smart Pro and Xhorse VVDI2 — covering everything from older fixed-code chips to the latest AES encryption. Crucially, he's also SERMI accredited, which authorises him to access manufacturer security data for modern premium vehicles. That's the difference between a locksmith who can attempt your car and one who can actually finish the job on-site.
Select your make below to learn how Matt handles keys for your vehicle — or just call him and describe your car. Whatever you drive, there's a good chance he's done it before.
Premium Vehicles That Need a SERMI Locksmith
Since 2022, programming keys for these makes often requires SERMI authorisation. Matt is one of very few accredited independents in the area — so he can do the jobs others can't.
Car Keys for Every Other Make
From everyday runabouts to family SUVs, Matt cuts and programmes keys for all these makes on-site — usually faster and cheaper than the main dealer.
Key Programming Isn't the Same for Every Make
Each manufacturer guards its vehicles differently, which is why a true all-make locksmith needs the right tools and accreditation for each.
German Premium — BMW, Mercedes, Audi
These use advanced encrypted systems (BMW CAS/FEM, Mercedes FBS, Audi/VAG immobilisers) that increasingly require SERMI-authorised manufacturer data. Matt's accreditation and AVDI equipment let him programme these on-site.
VW Group — VW, SEAT, Škoda
Sharing platforms and HITAG/MQB immobiliser systems, these makes often need SERMI access on newer models. Matt handles the full VW Group range, from older Golfs to the latest keyless models.
Land Rover & Jaguar
JLR vehicles use some of the most secure systems on the road, with keyless entry that's a prime relay-theft target. SERMI accreditation is essential — and Matt often pairs key work with a Ghost 2 install.
Mainstream — Ford, Vauxhall, Toyota & More
Ford, Vauxhall, Toyota, Kia, Hyundai, Renault, Nissan, Peugeot, Citroën and others use a range of transponder and remote systems. Matt's Autel and Xhorse equipment covers them quickly and affordably, usually in a single visit.
What Matt Does for Your Vehicle
Lost Car Keys
All-keys-lost programming for any make — including SERMI premium vehicles.
Spare Car Keys
A second key cut and programmed to your vehicle, before you ever lose one.
Key Replacement
Damaged, worn or broken keys replaced — transponder, remote, flip or smart.
Transponder Programming
Engine won't start? Chip diagnosed and reprogrammed for your make.
Why SERMI Accreditation Matters for Your Make
If you drive a modern BMW, Mercedes, Audi, Land Rover, VW, SEAT, Škoda or Jaguar, key programming may be locked behind SERMI authorisation. A locksmith without it physically cannot access the data needed — meaning an all-keys-lost job could leave you recovering the car to a main dealer.
Matt holds full SERMI accreditation, so he can complete these jobs on-site. For other makes, his dealer-level equipment covers everything from older chips to the latest systems.
Car Key Services Across Kettering & Northamptonshire
All makes covered across Kettering and the surrounding towns.
Car Keys by Make — FAQs
Yes. Matt cuts and programmes keys for over 20 makes — from everyday Fords, Vauxhalls and Toyotas to premium BMW, Mercedes, Audi and Land Rover. His dealer-level equipment covers older and modern systems alike. If your make isn't listed, call him — there's a good chance he's done it before.
Since 2022, manufacturers can lock key-programming data behind SERMI authorisation, mainly affecting modern BMW, Mercedes, Audi, Land Rover, VW, SEAT, Škoda and Jaguar. Without SERMI accreditation, a locksmith can't access that data — Matt is fully accredited, so he can.
In most cases, yes — and faster. Rather than recovering your car to a dealer and waiting days, Matt comes to you and completes the work on-site, with a clear fixed price agreed before he travels.
Yes. Matt programmes proximity and keyless push-button-start fobs for all makes that use them, including supplying replacement smart keys at a saving versus the dealer.
That's usually a transponder fault rather than anything specific to your make — the chip isn't communicating with the immobiliser. Matt diagnoses and reprogrammes it on-site. See transponder programming.
Kettering and the surrounding Northamptonshire area, including Corby, Wellingborough, Rothwell and Northampton. See all areas covered.
Need a Car Key for Your Make?
Call Matt now for a fixed quote — whatever you drive, he can cut and programme your key on-site. All makes, SERMI accredited, cheaper than the dealer.