SHORT ANSWER: No, there is currently no government-funded car scrappage scheme in Wales.
Since their introduction in 2009, scrappage schemes have been a great way for motorists to trade in older, more pollutive vehicles for a discount on newer, more eco-friendly vehicles. As of November 2025, the Welsh Government has no such scheme in place - bookmark this page and check back for updates!
There are certain situations in which you need to SORN your car. For example, you must make a Statutory Off Road Notification (SORN) if you are taking a vehicle off the road. Read on to find out more about what SORN means, how to know if you need to SORN your car, and how to legally declare your vehicle off-road.
You may be wondering why car owners choose to scrap their beloved vehicle. Car scrapping is actually extremely efficient, and everyone benefits from it (well, maybe not the car)!
There are lots of reasons to scrap your car, but you'll most likely resonate with the following:
- Your car is beyond repair
- Your car has little value
- You need to get rid of your car quickly
- Your car is no longer road-worthy
- You could do with the cash
If you're wondering how to scrap a 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 years of 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.