The short answer: A car that has been officially scrapped should never return to the road.

It’s a nightmare situation that is more common than you think – you hand your old car over for scrap and do everything right. Then, months on, a picture from a speed camera comes through your door and there it is, your old car back on the road and a fine in your name.

This is a real problem that happens when fraudulent individuals get their hands on cars that are meant to be scrapped. This blog will go over how this situation can happen and how you can avoid it, while unpacking any misconceptions about whether scrap or write-off cars should return to the road.

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If you have an unused car taking up space on your property, you are probably wondering what you should do with it. Your three main options are as follows: you can either scrap the car, sell the car or donate it.

So, how do you decide what option is best for you? Continue reading this blog to find out!

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You can recycle a car at an Authorised Treatment Facility. This is a good alternative to selling or abandoning your car.

Cars are actually one of the most recycled consumer products in the world! All you need to do is take your old car to an Authorised Treatment Facility. ATFs are legally approved for environmentally responsible deconstruction and recycling of end-of-life vehicles (ELVs). In other words, this is a good way to make sure your old car is properly recycled.

It's important to note that there may be some parts of your car that can't be recycled, but your ATF should handle this for you. If you're curious about how cars are recycled, read on! This blog will explore what parts of a car can be recycled, how cars are recycled, and why recycling your old car is beneficial for the environment. Let’s get started!

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Scrapping your car is surprisingly easy. If it has finally reached the end of its journey, all you need to do is contact a local scrap car dealer to take care of it. The trickiest part is remembering to register your car as scrapped, which needs to be done through the DVLA.

As an ATF, we have plenty of experience with the process of scrapping a car. To save you the headache, we’ve simplified the scrap registration process for you here. Just follow our guide and DVLA instructions - your car will be registered as scrapped before you know it!

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The logistical tasks that follow losing a loved one can be overwhelming. Among the many responsibilities is dealing with the deceased’s belongings, including their car.  If the vehicle is no longer needed or isn’t in working condition, scrapping it may be the best solution.

This blog will walk you through the process of scrapping a car after someone has passed away so that it can be handled legally, efficiently and respectfully.

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