Illegal car scrapping can leave you facing fines, unexpected costs and continued responsibility for a vehicle you no longer own. Fortunately, it's not difficult to scrap your car legally: just make sure you use an authorised treatment facility and notify the DVLA.

If you've decided to scrap your knackered old car, bear in mind that you can't hand it over to just anyone. UK law requires end-of-life vehicles to be taken to an authorised treatment facility (ATF).

Choosing a legitimate vehicle recycler keeps you on the right side of the law while also ensuring that your car will be handled in a responsible, environmentally-conscious way.

Keep reading to learn how to avoid illegal car scrapping and dispose of your unwanted vehicle correctly.