Ford Fiesta
£227- Year
- 2007
- Mileage
- 121,827 miles
- Approx. Weight (tonnes)
- 1.29
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As one of the UK’s most trusted online scrap car-buying services, Car.co.uk gives drivers across Cambridgeshire a dependable way to sell an end-of-life vehicle with free vehicle collection, prompt bank transfer and licensed responsible recycling. Backed by over 95,000 vehicle quotes and collections recorded locally, we have a detailed understanding of vehicle values across the county to offer the best price for your scrap vehicles. Free collection is available from any Cambridgeshire address; no hidden fees or towing charges apply, and licensed Authorised Treatment Facilities handle every step in line with UK regulations and environmental standards. Plus, we help you with all the required paperwork.
Regular journeys on the A14 and M11, together with local runs along the A10, put older vehicles under increasing strain across Cambridgeshire. Potholes and rough surfaces can contribute to suspension faults, while repeated jolts and age-related wear can also result in subframe damage. As these problems build alongside clutch, brake and tyre wear, repair costs can soon become difficult to justify. Let us find you the best price for your car and get you the best deal with free car collection included.
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Find out what your car could be worth in Cambridgeshire by entering your postcode and car registration into the Car.co.uk quote tool. You'll see an instant quote in under 30 seconds and can book a free car collection as soon as you accept the price. There are no callbacks or extra forms to complete, and quotes cover write-offs, non-runners and vehicles that have failed their MOT. We even accept accident damaged vehicles at no extra cost.
Cambridgeshire recorded 1,373 reported collisions involving 2,655 vehicles in 2024, including 37 fatal and 300 serious incidents. While collision figures don't confirm whether individual vehicles were written off, major structural, suspension or other damage can leave an older car beyond economical repair. This is when many motorists decide to get a no obligation quote with Car.co.uk to find the best prices for their scrap metal currently on the market.


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A vehicle's age, mileage, engine size, weight and make can all influence the price offered for scrap. Here's a closer look.
| Make | Year | Mileage | Approx. Weight (tonnes) | Estimated Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Fiesta | 2007 | 121,827 miles | 1.29 | £227 |
| Vauxhall Corsa | 2007 | 122,881 miles | 1.29 | £208 |
| Volkswagen Golf | 2006 | 144,739 miles | 1.32 | £223 |
| Peugeot 207 | 2007 | 102,394 miles | 1.26 | £208 |
| Renault Clio | 2007 | 103,684 miles | 1.04 | £173 |
| BMW 3 Series | 2006 | 160,925 miles | 1.48 | £287 |
| Citroen C3 | 2007 | 115,395 miles | 1.4 | £257 |
Figures are illustrative only. Prices vary with market conditions, weight, and overall car condition. For an accurate quote for your scrap car, get an instant quote online.


Car.co.uk scraps all makes and models in Cambridgeshire, including cars, vans, motorbikes, 4x4s, electric and hybrid vehicles, regardless of condition. We accept written-off vehicles, damaged cars, cars with no keys, MOT failures, cars that are an insurance write-off and vehicles that need clearing. You can get a scrap car quote for any vehicle and enjoy a fair price and straightforward process in Cambridgeshire.
When our driver arrives, they begin by checking the paperwork and confirming the collection details, with payment sent by bank transfer as soon as the driver pulls away with your vehicle. Collection can start from a driveway in Cambridge or Ely, a roadside space in Huntingdon, or a rural address near St Neots, before we route the car directly to one of our licensed certified treatment facility sites. Once there, the assessment team confirms the car matches the paperwork already checked during collection before any further work begins.
Depollution is the first recycling stage, with technicians safely removing hazardous fluids, batteries and other materials to help protect the environment. Skilled teams then dismantle each vehicle to identify and remove reusable parts. During this process, they extract catalytic converter platinum and other valuable components before crushing begins. At least 85% of your car is recycled and up to 95% is reused, with any remaining metals crushed and shredded so nothing remains on site longer than necessary.
The average price paid for a scrap car in Cambridgeshire is £247, although the amount you receive depends on its weight, condition, make, model and current metal prices. Cars with reusable components may have greater salvage value than basic scrap value, so check live scrap car prices and enter your details to get a quote in under 30 seconds.
No, you don't need to be present when your scrap car is collected in Cambridgeshire. If you're heading out for the day to visit the Fitzwilliam Museum or another local destination, you can nominate another adult aged 18 or over to meet the driver instead. They'll need access to the vehicle, photo ID and the relevant paperwork, allowing the collection to go ahead smoothly while you're away.
Yes, you can scrap a car without a V5C logbook. You'll normally need photo ID, proof of address and any supporting records you have, such as MOT certificates or service history. The checks may take a little longer while ownership and vehicle details are verified, but missing paperwork doesn't necessarily prevent collection, and we'll explain what's required before your vehicle is processed.
Yes, we accept vans and light commercial vehicles throughout Cambridgeshire, including panel vans, pick-ups and minibuses. The quote process is the same, so simply enter your registration number and postcode. Commercial vehicles sometimes spend decades helping local tradespeople, farmers and businesses across Cambridge, Ely and Huntingdon, and their greater kerb weight often means they can achieve a higher scrap price than smaller cars.
Scrapping means the vehicle is dismantled and recycled primarily for its metal value under the ELV directive, whereas salvaging means the car still has enough value to be sold whole or dismantled for usable parts. If your car's a write-off, Car.co.uk considers both options when assessing it and selects the route that offers the best outcome for the owner.
You'll need your V5C log book to scrap your car in Cambridgeshire, together with photo ID and proof of address. If your V5C is missing, you can often still proceed using alternative supporting details, and we'll explain what paperwork or information is needed so the vehicle can be processed correctly and compliantly.
Yes, if you request one, we issue a Certificate of Destruction within 7 days of processing your vehicle. Car.co.uk handles the DVLA notification automatically, and once the CoD is issued, the previous owner is removed from the DVLA register so further responsibility ends. From Cambridge and Ely to towns and villages across the county, the process is designed to make vehicle disposal straightforward. There's never been an easier way to scrap cars in Cambridgeshire.
No, any outstanding finance will generally need to be settled before your car can be scrapped, unless the finance company gives clear permission for the vehicle to be disposed of. Lenders usually retain a legal interest until the agreement ends, so contact them first for settlement details or approval. Once the finance issue has been resolved, we'll help you with the next stage.
Yes, you can scrap a SORN vehicle in Cambridgeshire. It doesn't need to be taxed or insured for collection, but it must not be driven on a public road and should be kept at a private or off-road address for pickup. If you request a Certificate of Destruction, Car.co.uk handles the DVLA notification and the SORN status is removed automatically once processing is complete.
Same-day or next-day collection is available in many cases across Cambridgeshire, and you can get your quote online in under 30 seconds before selecting a suitable collection slot. Traffic on busy routes such as the A1(M) can occasionally affect timings, but we'll keep you updated. Payment by bank transfer is triggered at collection and a requested Certificate of Destruction is usually issued within 7 days.

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