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Car with foreign number plate

Car with foreign number plate

Yes, it’s possible to scrap an imported car in the UK, as long as it has fully completed the import process and has been officially registered and taxed in the UK.

Pile of scrap cars

Pile of scrap cars

Scrapping your old vehicle is a great way to safely dispose of it and earn some extra money in the process!

There are several factors that affect the price of a scrap car, most of which are out of your control. Still, there are a few things you can do to potentially bump up the price.

Here are a few handy tips to help you get the most for your scrap car…

is scrapping a car worth it

is scrapping a car worth it

Yes, scrapping your car is totally worth it for the cash reward alone! There are so many reasons to get rid of your car, and the money you’ll get from choosing to scrap it is a great incentive.

However, it’s not just the money that makes selling your car for scrap worthwhile – there are plenty of other benefits! If you’re unsure what to do with your old or broken car, here are 4 reasons why scrapping your car is worth it.

A car with the bonnet open

A car with the bonnet open

Did you know we buy cars in practically any condition, including cars that don’t start and can’t be driven?

That’s right! If you’re unable to get your old car to us, you can still sell it – we’ll come to you.

Here at A&L Vehicle Recycling, we offer a FREE collection service that makes it even easier for you to dispose of your old car for cash.

can i scrap a car not in my name

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.

When to scrap your car

When to scrap your car

There comes a time when even the best car reaches the end of its life, whether it‘s written off in a crash or simply growing too old for the roads. Whatever the reason, it can be difficult to know when to bite the bullet and give the car over for scrap. To help you decide, here are 5 signs that it’s time to scrap your car.

 

most scrapped car 2023

most scrapped car 2023

According to UK car reviewer Auto Express, the most scrapped car of 2023 was the Ford Focus.

An annual tally reported that 798,363 cars and light commercial vehicles (LCVs) were scrapped in 2023, and a whopping 42,637 of them were Ford Focus models. That’s approximately 5 per cent, or 1 out of every 20 scrap vehicles.

can I drive my car to the scrap yard if it failed the MOT

can I drive my car to the scrap yard if it failed the MOT

If you’d like to scrap your car because it’s failed its recent MOT but you’re not sure how the whole process works, you’re in the right place!

This handy guide explains everything you need to know about getting your MOT failure to the scrap yard once you’ve arranged to sell it.