When you want to sell a car, you can scrap it, part exchange it or sell it privately. Each option delivers different money and requires different effort. This guide breaks down all three with real numbers so you can choose the right route.
If your car has failed its MOT, scrapping may make more financial sense than repairing it. This guide gives you the repair cost vs scrap value framework to make the right decision for your specific vehicle.
An Authorised Treatment Facility (ATF) is the only type of site that can legally destroy a car and issue a Certificate of Destruction. Find out what ATFs are, how they are regulated, and why it matters which operator you use.
Losing your V5C logbook is more common than you think. It gets misplaced during house moves, destroyed in floods, or simply never arrives after a private sale. Whatever the reason, one question comes up straight away: can you still scrap…
Why Notifying the DVLA Matters When You Scrap a Car Scrapping a car involves more than just handing over the keys. Once the vehicle leaves your possession, you have a legal obligation to inform the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency…
A Certificate of Destruction (CoD) is a legal document issued by an Authorised Treatment Facility confirming that your vehicle has been permanently removed from use and will be processed for recycling. It is issued on the day of collection, before…
Scrap car prices in Manchester in 2025 range from approximately £130 for small city cars to over £500 for large SUVs and vans, depending on vehicle weight and the current scrap metal rate. Most private cars fall between £160 and…