Auto Locksmith in Long Eaton, Covering Nottingham & Derby
Lost your car keys, need a spare or locked out of your van? AJ Auto Access comes to you. Alex cuts and programs keys at your vehicle, so there is no tow truck, no dealer wait and no trip to a garage.
Your Local Mobile Auto Locksmith in Long Eaton
AJ Auto Access is a mobile auto locksmith based in Long Eaton, run by Alex, a DBS-checked and fully insured locksmith who works across Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire. Whether you have lost every key to your car, want a spare before the only one fails, or have a fob that has stopped working, Alex brings the equipment to you and does the job at the roadside, on your drive or in the car park.
Every key is cut and coded to your vehicle on the spot using professional diagnostic tools that connect through the OBD port, the same way a main dealer programs keys. The difference is that you do not have to get the car to the dealer, wait days for a key to be ordered in, or pay for recovery. Most jobs are finished in a single visit, and every key and repair comes with a 1-year warranty.
Alex covers Nottingham, Derby, Beeston, West Bridgford, Spondon and the towns in between. Long Eaton sits right on the M1 at Junction 25, so both cities are a short drive away.
At a glance
- Based in Long EatonM1 Junction 25, between Nottingham and Derby
- Fully mobileHome, work or roadside, cars and vans
- Keys cut and coded on-siteDealer-level programming equipment
- Mon to Fri 8am to 6pmSaturday 8am to 4pm, Sunday closed
- 1-year warrantyOn every key and repair
Auto Locksmith Services for Cars and Vans
Six core services, all carried out at your vehicle with the same professional equipment a dealer uses.
Car Key Replacement
Broken, worn or faulty key? Alex supplies, cuts and programs a replacement car key at your vehicle, for remote keys, flip keys, transponder keys and keyless smart keys, usually in a single visit.
Car key replacementLost Car Keys
Lost the only key, or had your keys stolen? Alex can make and program a brand-new key even when there is no working key left, often called an all keys lost job. Your old keys are removed from the car so they can no longer start it.
Replace lost car keysSpare Car Keys
Most cars are only one lost key away from an expensive problem. A spare key is cut to your lock and coded to your immobiliser while you wait, for remote keys, flip keys, transponder keys and many keyless smart keys.
Get a spare key madeCar Key Programming
Bought a key online, replaced a faulty fob, or have remote buttons that no longer lock the car? Alex programs transponder chips, remote fobs and proximity keys to your vehicle and tests every function before he leaves.
Car key programmingLocked Out of Car
Keys locked in the car, in the boot, or a central locking fault that will not let you in? Alex uses specialist non-destructive entry tools to open cars and vans without damage to the door, the lock or the paintwork.
Help, I am locked outIgnition Repair
A key stuck in the ignition, a barrel that will not turn, or a worn ignition that only works on the third attempt. Alex removes stuck keys, repairs or replaces the ignition barrel and supplies a matching key.
Ignition repairNot sure what you need? Send Alex a photo of your key and your registration on WhatsApp for a clear quote.
Why Drivers Choose AJ Auto Access
You Deal With Alex, Start to Finish
AJ Auto Access is a one-person business. The person who answers the phone is the person who turns up and does the job.
DBS Checked and Fully Insured
Alex holds a basic DBS check and full public liability insurance, so you know exactly who is working on your car.
Dealer-Level Equipment
Keys are programmed with Autel, Keytool Plus, Keytool Max and Lonsdor tools, the professional kit used to code keys to modern immobilisers.
1-Year Warranty
If a key or repair fails within a year because of a fault, Alex comes back and puts it right.
Clear Quotes Before Work Starts
Every job is different, so you get a price for your make, model and key type before Alex starts. No surprises on the day.
Rated 5.0 From 9+ Google Reviews
Every review on the Google profile is five stars, all from real local customers across Nottingham and Derby.
How It Works
Call or WhatsApp
Tell Alex your make, model and year, what has happened and where the vehicle is. A photo of the key or the problem on WhatsApp helps.
Alex Comes to You
He drives to your home, workplace or roadside location with everything needed to cut and program the key.
Sorted on the Spot
The key is cut, coded and tested at your vehicle. You pay once the job is done and you are happy with it.
Most Makes and Models, Cars and Vans
Alex works on the large majority of cars and light commercial vans on UK roads, from older transponder keys to modern keyless entry systems. Recent jobs include Ford, Vauxhall, Volkswagen, Toyota and Volvo, with vans such as the Ford Transit, Vauxhall Vivaro and Volkswagen Transporter covered too.
Not sure whether your vehicle can be done? Send the registration or a photo of your key on WhatsApp and Alex will confirm before booking.
Makes we work on
Key types covered
Recent Jobs
Every photo is from a real AJ Auto Access job, taken at the customer's vehicle.
Mobile Auto Locksmith or Main Dealer?
When a key is lost or broken, most people call the dealer first. Here is how the two options usually compare.
A dealer is still the right call for some brand-new models whose key systems are locked to the manufacturer, and Alex will tell you straight away if that applies to your car.
| AJ Auto Access | Main dealer | |
|---|---|---|
| Where the work happens | At your vehicle | At the dealership |
| Getting the car there | Not needed | Tow or recovery if no key works |
| Waiting time | Usually a single visit | Keys often ordered in, which can take days |
| Key programming | Dealer-level diagnostic tools | Manufacturer tools |
| Old keys removed | Yes, on lost or stolen key jobs | Yes |
| Warranty | 1 year on keys and work | Varies by dealer |
What Customers Say
"Key got stuck in ignition with engine on, Alex was really easy to get hold of and came out to me that evening. Got the key out and ordered the new part required, fitted a few days later all for a good price."
Stuart W.Ignition repair
"Excellent service! Alex came out quickly and sorted a new spare key for my car for a great price, highly recommend."
Sharon N.Spare car key
"Great service from Alex. Needed a second key for my van. Service was quick, professional and fairly priced."
SamSpare van key
"Absolutely fantastic service, came out really quickly and got it sorted for a really reasonable price. Thanks so much!"
Bethany O.Google review
Areas We Cover
AJ Auto Access is based in Long Eaton, between Nottingham and Derby, just off Junction 25 of the M1. That central position means Alex can reach both cities and the surrounding towns quickly.
Nottinghamshire
Also covering Arnold, Carlton, Clifton, Ruddington and Nottingham city centre.
Derbyshire
Also covering Mickleover, Littleover, Alvaston, Oakwood, Chaddesden and Derby city centre.
Close to home in Long Eaton, Sandiacre, Stapleford, Toton, Chilwell, Ilkeston, Borrowash, Breaston, Draycott, Castle Donington, Kegworth and Loughborough.
See every area we coverMeet Alex
Alex set up AJ Auto Access after training on professional auto locksmith courses, building on a long-standing interest in how vehicle keys and security systems work. He works alone, answers his own phone, and treats every car as if it were his own.
He is building the business one happy customer at a time, which is why every review on Google is five stars.
More about AlexKeeping Your Car Secure
A new key is also a good moment to think about security. If your keys were stolen, having the old keys removed from the car stops them being used to start it.
For keyless cars, storing the key away from the front door and in a signal-blocking pouch helps guard against relay theft, one of the steps recommended in police advice on preventing vehicle theft.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you make a car key if I have lost all my keys?
Yes. Alex can make and program a new key when there is no working key left, for most makes and models. The lost keys are removed from the car at the same time.
Do you come to me?
Yes. AJ Auto Access is fully mobile. Alex comes to your home, work or wherever the vehicle is across Long Eaton, Nottingham, Derby and the surrounding areas.
How long does it take to make a new car key?
Most keys are cut and programmed in a single visit, usually within an hour once Alex is with the vehicle. Some keyless systems take a little longer.
Is a locksmith cheaper than the main dealer?
For many cars it is, because there is no recovery charge and no waiting for a key to be ordered. Prices depend on the make, model and key type, so Alex gives you a clear quote before any work starts.
Do you work on vans?
Yes. Alex works on cars and light commercial vans, including spare keys, lost keys and programming for vans such as the Ford Transit and Volkswagen Transporter.
Are your keys guaranteed?
Yes. Every key and repair comes with a 1-year warranty.
What are your opening hours?
Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm and Saturday 8am to 4pm. Outside those hours, send a WhatsApp message and Alex will reply as soon as he is back.
Can you program a key I bought online?
Often, yes, as long as it is the correct key for your vehicle. Send Alex a photo of the key and your registration on WhatsApp and he will confirm before booking.
Need an Auto Locksmith in Long Eaton, Nottingham or Derby?
Call or WhatsApp Alex now for a quote. Tell him your make, model and where you are, and he will get you back on the road.
Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm · Saturday 8am to 4pm