Morning,
Yes keys are still available from the dealers along with some eBay sellers. Having a spare key is highly recommended.
Before you proceed doing this yourself have a scan through
this link that Steve
@Birchall put together a while ago. It really is useful and has helped me out a few times.
Here are some links to the eBay seller that I have purchased spare keys or key parts from in the past and have not had any issues at all. I have no affiliation to this seller, just had a good experience with what I have purchased:
8Z0837231 If you have a single lettered CCCU, 8Z0959433 P for example
8Z0837231D If you have a double lettered CCCU, 8Z0959433AF for example
You should be able to work out which link is best for you by simply checking the part number of your current remote fob. If the part number has worn away you will need to check which CCCU you have. It’s under the aluminium plate in the passengers footwell (black box at the top of the image):
If your key fob part number ends in D or your CCCU part number ends in 2 letters then you can opt for the newer style key
8E0837220K.
Here are what the newer style key fob looks like:
As Mike states above, there are a few members able to offer key programming services which is a must and unavoidable should you wish to add a second key.
Have a look on the
Free Scan Register to see who is near you and can do this for you.
Kind regards,
Tom