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Key Cover Insurance

Key Insurance will pay up to £500.00 annual cover for locksmiths' charges, new locks and keys. The re-programming of immobilisers, infra-red handsets and alarms which are attached to the Fob but are not integral to an insured key. In addition up to 3 days car hire is available or onwards transport costs if you are stranded or your car is unusable as a result of lost, stolen or broken keys.

  • Covers locksmiths charges
  • Covers all keys attached to the key fob
  • Covers transport costs or car hire
  • There is No excess to pay
  • Covers the cost of new locks and keys
  • Immediate Cover
  • Claim limit up to £500 per annum
  • 24hr Emergency Helpline

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Paul Chattenton 24 Oct 2025

55 star rating

Very straight forward to arrange and actually cheaper than I expected.

Stephen Webb 10 Nov 2025

55 star rating

I've used Direct Gap for my previous vehicle, so it was an obvious choice for the new car.

James Hunter 4 Mar 2025

44 star rating

I have just made a claim through Acasta on my previous policy and anticipate the settlement payment in the next few days. The whole process was fairly straightforward.

Catherine Morrison 20 Feb 2026

55 star rating

This type of insurance gives me peace of mind knowing that my purchase is covered should anything happen to my car I’ve been using gap insurance since 2014 and would not be without…

Jennifer Hodgett 2 Jan 2026

55 star rating

Website is so easy to use and the level of cover and cost compares favourably with their competitors. Second policy with Direct Gap would definitely recommend to others.

Anthony Mackenzie 14 Nov 2025

55 star rating

Full marks for very easy to use application form. Your help line was friendly and a pleasant girl gave me all the information I needed. I have purchased the Gap insurance I need no…

Rachael McCormack 28 Feb 2025

55 star rating

This is 3rd policy weve taken out, much cheaper than dealership and easy to complete

Mark Troth 19 Nov 2025

55 star rating

I have been with Direct Gap for over 7 years and had three different cars. Website is easy and updating details is hassle free Thanks

Nic_C 17 Sep 2025

55 star rating

Quick and easy process with friendly advice when I rang to check I had chosen the correct policy

Heather Smith 28 Oct 2025

55 star rating

Used several times only claimed once due to car being stolen, excellent customer service and speedy service in payment

Craig Richards 7 Nov 2025

55 star rating

Existing customer, easy to use portal, and helpful staff

Phillip Bee 27 Sep 2025

55 star rating

Great company, easy to use customer portal. Been using this company for about 8 years now.

Michael Dietz 13 Nov 2025

55 star rating

Have used on a previous vehicle, policy gives a great peace of mind.

Carolyn Lyle 16 Sep 2025

55 star rating

Great information easy to understand and £100 less than my dealer offered.

Alpesh Patel 23 Oct 2025

55 star rating

Great service this would be the 5th time now

David Smith 18 Nov 2025

55 star rating

Great service and Hayley was very helpful when I phoned for more information, thank you.

R Holmes 9 Jan 2026

55 star rating

After having to unfortunately claim last year it was a no brainer to come back to Direct GAP they're so friendly and helpful. It gives me the peace of mind should the worst happen…

David Kent 10 Sep 2025

55 star rating

Always been very pleased with company and will continue to use for my GAP ins, wdl done guys full marks.

Paul Ryan 14 Aug 2021

55 star rating

Quick and easy

Keith Bishop 13 Sep 2020

55 star rating

A very easy process. We have used Direct Gap several times now & have found them very helpful if we had any questions about the policy.

Elizabeth Evans 3 Dec 2017

55 star rating

The cover is exceptional value for money. I had an unfortunate incident where my car was declared a total loss. I contacted Direct Gap and the payout was given speedily. They even…

Anthony Charles 21 Oct 2022

55 star rating

Very easy process. Very competitive pricing. Easy to sort.

Gary (Manchester) 31 Oct 2023

55 star rating

Straight forward & easy to use website. Explained what was covered, easy to understand & complete purchase. Much better value than what was offered by car dealership.

Anne Myers 15 Dec 2021

55 star rating

This is the 4th policy that we have bought for different family cars in the last few years. The purchase process was easy, the insurance details were clear and documentation and co…

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