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Vauxhall Key Replacement: Who Can Do It and What It Costs
Vauxhall flip keys on the Corsa, Astra and Insignia are everyday work for independent auto locksmiths. Since Vauxhall joined what is now Stellantis, newer models share technology with Peugeot and Citroën, and the Stellantis brands committed to UK SERMI in early 2026. A key cut and programmed costs £100 to £282 (WhoCanFixMyCar; StageMyCar).
How have Vauxhall keys changed?
For years the typical Vauxhall key was a flip key with a transponder and remote buttons, on the Corsa, Astra, Insignia, Zafira and Meriva. Older cars had a plain blade with the remote separate or built in. Vauxhall and Opel were bought by PSA in 2017, now part of Stellantis, and the Corsa launched in 2019 sits on a platform shared with the Peugeot 208. Newer Vauxhalls therefore carry Stellantis-style fobs, and some trims offer keyless entry and start with a push button.
Can an independent locksmith do a Vauxhall key?
Yes, for the great majority. Corsa and Astra keys are among the commonest auto locksmith jobs in the UK, and many locksmiths will repair a broken flip key, a worn blade or a cracked case rather than replace the lot. The Insignia's key is a frequent search as well, and its larger fob is handled the same way: the blade is cut to the locks and the remote and transponder are programmed through the diagnostic port. All-keys-lost jobs on newer Stellantis-era cars may need current manufacturer access, and that is where SERMI matters for Vauxhall owners.
Is Vauxhall in UK SERMI?
Vauxhall is one of the Stellantis brands that committed to UK SERMI in early 2026, according to the scheme's UK website. SERMI went live on 1 April 2026 and lets checked independent operators reach manufacturers' security data, which matters most on the newest cars. A locksmith who says they are in the scheme should be able to show a certificate; this site has found no public list of members. For older flip-key Vauxhalls, independents have long done the work with their own equipment and still do.
What should you bring?
Bring the V5C and matching photo ID. Vauxhall is a common fleet and company car brand, so if the car belongs to an employer or a lease company, ask them first: they may hold a spare, or need to authorise the work. A spare left in the glovebox or with the paperwork of a car bought second hand is worth checking for too. Note the model and year, because a 2018 Corsa and a 2020 Corsa use different generations of key.
What does a Vauxhall key cost?
There is no Vauxhall-only sourced figure. All makes together, a key cut and programmed costs £100 to £282, a range set by StageMyCar's locksmith floor and the 2026 booking average on WhoCanFixMyCar. Programming alone averages £250 (WhoCanFixMyCar). A flip key repair, where the existing transponder moves into a new case, is usually a smaller job than a new key, though no sourced figure exists for it. StageMyCar, given lower weight here as a trade blog, says dealers often charge more.
Common questions
Can a broken Vauxhall flip key be repaired?
Often. Many auto locksmiths fit a new case or flip mechanism and move the existing transponder and circuit board across, so the key may not need programming again. Bring the broken key with you.
Does a Corsa from 2020 use the same key as an older Corsa?
No. The Corsa launched in 2019 is built on a Stellantis platform shared with the Peugeot 208, and its key differs from earlier Corsas. Give the locksmith your registration.
Can a locksmith programme a Vauxhall key without the dealer?
Yes, for most Vauxhalls. Independent auto locksmiths programme flip keys and fobs, and Vauxhall's commitment to UK SERMI gives operators in the scheme access to its security data.