Land Rover Auto Locksmith
Devon, Dorset & Somerset
Defender · Discovery · Freelander · Range Rover Sport · Discovery Sport · Evoque
Your local Land Rover auto locksmith for the whole South West. Land Rover key replacement, spare keys, programming, lockouts and immobiliser faults — for the Defender, Discovery, Freelander, Discovery Sport and the full Land Rover range. Mobile service at your location, 24 hours a day, with a confirmed price before we travel.
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Your Local Land Rover Key Specialist
I'm Dean — a specialist mobile auto locksmith based in Honiton with over 15 years of experience, including regular work on Land Rover and Range Rover vehicles. Land Rover uses the PATS (Passive Anti-Theft System) on older models and the more advanced KVM (Keyless Vehicle Module) on newer models such as the Discovery 5, Defender 110 and Discovery Sport. Whether you've lost your Land Rover keys, need a spare Land Rover key cut and programmed, or your Land Rover won't recognise its key, I carry professional AUTEL and Xhorse equipment for the full Land Rover range.
Unlike a main dealer, I come to you — home, workplace, car park or roadside — and complete the Land Rover key programming on-site. Land Rover key work is among the most specialist in the auto locksmith trade — the KVM system on newer models requires specific AUTEL-level diagnostic equipment, which I carry as standard. Land Rover dealer prices for key replacement are among the highest for any UK make, and I'm typically significantly below what a Land Rover main dealer would charge for the same job.
The new-generation Defender (L663, 2020–present) uses the latest JLR (Jaguar Land Rover) KVM platform, which is more complex than older Discovery and Freelander systems. I confirm capability for your specific model and year before travelling. For information on Land Rover security and relay theft, the AA has a practical guide to keyless car security.
Land Rover Key Types We Work With
Land Rover has used several key and entry technologies across its range over the years. I work with all of them:
Land Rover Flip Keys
Remote flip keys used on older Freelander and Discovery 3/4 models.
Land Rover Smart Keys
Proximity smart keys with push-button start on Discovery Sport and newer Freelander.
Land Rover KVM Keys
Keyless Vehicle Module keys on Discovery 5, Defender L663 and newer models.
Land Rover PATS Keys
Passive Anti-Theft System transponder keys on older models.
Land Rover Keyless Entry
Detect-and-go entry on Discovery Sport, Defender and Evoque (shared Range Rover platform).
Land Rover Remote Keys
Traditional remotes paired with a cut key on older Freelander and Defender TD5.
Land Rover Vehicles Covered (Model & Year)
I cover the Land Rover range across the years these models have been on UK roads, from the classic Defender TD5 through to the current L663 Defender and Discovery 5:
| Model | Years Covered | Common Key Type |
|---|---|---|
| Land Rover Defender TD5 | 1998–2016 | Remote / PATS key |
| Land Rover Defender L663 | 2020–Present | KVM smart key |
| Land Rover Freelander 2 | 2006–2015 | Flip / smart key |
| Land Rover Discovery 3 | 2004–2009 | Flip key / remote |
| Land Rover Discovery 4 | 2009–2017 | Flip / smart key |
| Land Rover Discovery 5 | 2017–Present | KVM smart key |
| Land Rover Discovery Sport | 2014–Present | Smart / KVM key |
| Land Rover Range Rover Sport (L320/L494) | 2005–2022 | Smart / KVM key |
| Land Rover Evoque | 2011–Present | KVM smart key |
Don't see your model or year? Call 07830249408 — I cover virtually the entire Land Rover range and will confirm your exact vehicle in under a minute.
Our Land Rover Auto Locksmith Services
Land Rover Key Replacement (Lost Keys)
Lost all your Land Rover keys? No original needed. Using your VIN and immobiliser data I work through the PATS or KVM system to create a complete replacement key on-site. See lost car keys.
Spare Land Rover Keys
A spare Land Rover key is particularly important on this make — replacement costs are high when the only key is lost. I cut and programme spares for all Land Rover models on-site.
Land Rover Defender Key Programming
Both the classic Defender TD5 and the new L663 Defender are within scope. The L663 uses the newer KVM system — I confirm capability for your year before travelling.
Land Rover Key Programming
Land Rover key programming via the PATS and KVM systems. My AUTEL equipment programmes new keys, syncs smart key fobs and resolves immobiliser faults — at your location.
Land Rover Key Fob Repairs
A Land Rover key fob that has stopped working often just needs a battery, button repair or reprogramming. I diagnose and repair before recommending a replacement.
Land Rover Broken Key Extraction
Snapped a Land Rover key in the door or barrel? I safely extract the broken blade and cut a fresh working key on-site.
Common Land Rover Issues We See
Across thousands of Land Rover callouts, certain faults come up again and again. If you're experiencing any of these, I can help:
Recent Land Rover Job — Exeter
Land Rover Discovery 4 — Lost Only Key
A customer lost the only smart key to a 2014 Land Rover Discovery 4 near Exeter. Land Rover key work requires specialist equipment and the dealer had quoted a significant sum with a long wait. I attended the same day, gained non-destructive entry, worked through the immobiliser system, programmed a new smart key on-site, and deleted the missing key for security. The customer was back driving the same afternoon at well below the JLR dealer quote, with no recovery vehicle.
Main Dealer vs DB Car Keys
For most Land Rover key and lock jobs, a mobile specialist saves you time and money compared with a main dealer:
| Main Dealer | DB Car Keys | |
|---|---|---|
| Getting the car there | ✗Recovery often needed | ✓We come to you |
| Waiting time | ✗Days, parts ordered | ✓Same day |
| Pricing | ✗Higher | ✓Typically lower |
| Where the work happens | ✗Workshop visit | ✓Mobile, at your location |
| Availability | ✗Business hours | ✓24/7 emergency |
What Land Rover Customers Say
“Lost the only key to my Land Rover Discovery 4 near Exeter. Dean came out the same day, sorted a new key on the spot and charged a fraction of the dealer quote. Outstanding service.”
— Google ReviewWhy Choose DB Car Keys for Your Land Rover?
Land Rover PATS & KVM Expertise
Specialist knowledge of Land Rover's PATS and KVM security systems across Defender, Discovery and Freelander.
Fully Mobile
I come to you anywhere in Devon, Dorset and Somerset — home, work or roadside.
Upfront Pricing
A confirmed price before I travel. No call-out bait fees, nothing added on arrival.
Cost-Effective
Significantly below JLR main dealer prices for the same Land Rover key and programming work.
Fast Response
Most Land Rover jobs completed on the same visit, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Professional Equipment
AUTEL diagnostic tools capable of handling the full Land Rover KVM and PATS range.
Land Rover Auto Locksmith Near Me
Looking for a Land Rover auto locksmith near you?
DB Car Keys is a fully mobile Land Rover specialist, so near me really does mean near you. Whether you need a Land Rover locksmith in Exeter, a Land Rover Defender locksmith in Taunton, a Land Rover Discovery locksmith in Plymouth, or a Land Rover key specialist anywhere across Devon, Dorset and Somerset, I arrive with the specialist equipment to handle KVM and PATS systems on the spot.
Searches like "Land Rover key replacement near me", "Land Rover Defender locksmith near me" or "Land Rover Discovery key replacement Devon" all lead to the same place. Call 07830249408 for a confirmed price and honest ETA. See my full area coverage.
Frequently Asked Questions — Land Rover
Yes. Using your VIN and immobiliser data I work through the PATS or KVM system to create a complete new key from scratch at your location. All old keys are deleted from the system for security.
I confirm capability for the Defender L663 before travelling — the newer KVM system requires specific AUTEL-level diagnostic support. Call with your year and model and I will confirm immediately.
Yes for most models. KVM smart keys on Discovery 5, Discovery Sport and Evoque are within scope. I confirm your specific year before travelling.
Land Rover keys are among the more expensive to replace given the complexity of the KVM and PATS systems. I give a confirmed price before I travel and am typically well below the JLR dealer quote. Call 07830249408.
Yes. The classic Defender TD5 and Freelander 2 are within scope for key replacement and programming using the PATS system.
Yes. I programme genuine-quality keys and fobs to the same standard as a JLR dealership using professional AUTEL equipment — usually at a lower price and the same day.
Yes. This is usually a KVM or PATS communication fault. I can diagnose it on-site, resync the key or programme a replacement — call with your model and year first.
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Fast, mobile Land Rover key replacement, programming and lockout service across Devon, Dorset and Somerset. Upfront pricing, 24/7 availability.