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certificate of destruction

A certificate of destruction is an important document that is generated when a car is scrapped. Read on to learn more about certificates of destruction and how to get one.

Scrapping your car can help to reduce pollution, landfill waste and greenhouse gas emissions. However, how do you prove that the hazardous materials found in your vehicle are disposed of safely? This is where the Certificate of Destruction (COD) comes in.

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can i scrap a car not in my name

In order to crack down on cars being stolen and sold for scrap, the government have introduced stricter regulations surrounding the scrap market in the last decade or so.

These days, if you want to scrap a car, you’ll have to prove that the vehicle is yours to proceed. This makes it a lot more difficult for criminals to sell stolen cars to scrap dealers.

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documents needed to scrap a car

There are multiple documents needed to scrap a car, to verify your identity and prove the car's ownership. You'll need to present the dealer with documents like a photo ID (such as a passport or valid driving licence) and proof of your address (such as a utility bill). Read on for more details on the documents you'll need to scrap your vehicle.

Over 1 million cars are scrapped in the UK each year. In order to ensure scrapping is done ethically and legally, you will need to get your hands on a few different documents. 

In recent years there have been a number of new regulations put in place to stop the illegal sale and purchase of stolen metal. With these regulations coming and going, it can make it confusing when trying to determine exactly what documentation you need to bring with you to scrap your car. However, once you know where to start, it's really quite simple! 

Don't worry - we can help you figure out which documents are needed to scrap a car.

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is scrapping car bad for the environment

Everything that we one will one day come to the end of its life, but parting with things can be difficult - especially if you're conscious of the impact you're having on the environment. When it comes to cars, there are so many things that can go wrong that can cause your car to be no longer road-worthy. When this happens, you have two options, repair the car, or send it to the scrap yard. But is scrapping your car bad for the environment?

Today we're going to look at what happens to cars that go to the scrap yard to determine whether the process is eco-friendly or not. So, if you've been thinking about scrapping your car, but want the low-down on the environmental impact, just keep reading. 

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how to scrap your car

If you're wondering how to scrap your car, this comprehensive guide will provide you with everything that you need to know about car scrapping in the UK. With A&L's 10 year vehicle recycling experience and this step-by-step car scrapping guide, you will be able to scrap your car quickly and safely in no time. 

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