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How to scrap your car in Essex with Car.co.uk?

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Enter your registration plate number and an Essex postcode for an instant quote, with no extra charges ever added.

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Choose a collection day and time slot from the options available, with same-day and next-day collections often available across Essex.

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We will arrange free collection from any Essex address on a day and at a time that suits you.

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Once your car has been collected, payment is triggered straight away by bank transfer directly to your bank account.

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Car.co.uk gave me a reasonable price
Car.co.uk gave me a reasonable price to scrap my car, all the booking online was straightforward and they were able to collect it the next working day. The driver let me know exactly when he was coming and 2 minutes after he had arrived, the car was gone with no issues. He was very polite and friendly. No complaints :)
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Great experience with car.co.uk
Great experience with car.co.uk..sorted my car out within 24hours of me contacting them completing the forms I could choose a suitable day and time to be collected...Craig the driver rang me beforehand to say 15 mins away..heexplained everything..did a few checks put car on ramp and as he set off the money was transferred to my account...highly recommend this company
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Quick, easy, great service, decent price.
Organised it to be collected, driver (Tony) was in contact throughout the collection day to keep me posted. 10 minutes and I was paid and he was gone! Great service, Tony was very friendly and efficient. Definitely will use this service again in the future, been with WeBuyAnyCar a few times and for convenience, this blows them out of the water (all circumstantial of course). Couldn’t have asked for more, really helpful.
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Highly recommend - 10/10 service
Whole process was really easy and completely fuss free from start to finish. Entered my postcode and registration online and was given a price straight away without having to sign up to anything. The price offered was better than anywhere else. Selected a date and time that suited me for collection and booked in a matter of minutes. Really clear information was given about the collection process via email. Collection day arrived and the guy who came was really friendly. Quick check of the car, loaded onto the truck and received the money within minutes. I would highly recommend this company as it was so easy, no hidden terms and conditions and an all round great experience.
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Scrap your car for cash in 24 hrs
Online search for scrap my car this firm popped up. Put reg and postcode in to their page, got a quote excepted and arranged collection. That was 24 hours ago. Car has been collected from the address i gave them payments in bank and that was all by 11 am this morning. Driver was polite and curious and everything was as smooth a transaction as i could have hoped for. Great service, i can't comment on value as only looked here and excepted price offered.
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Car.co.uk gave me a reasonable price
Car.co.uk gave me a reasonable price to scrap my car, all the booking online was straightforward and they were able to collect it the next working day. The driver let me know exactly when he was coming and 2 minutes after he had arrived, the car was gone with no issues. He was very polite and friendly. No complaints :)
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Great experience with car.co.uk..sorted my car out within 24hours of me contacting them completing the forms I could choose a suitable day and time to be collected...Craig the driver rang me beforehand to say 15 mins away..heexplained everything..did a few checks put car on ramp and as he set off the money was transferred to my account...highly recommend this company
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Average scrap car prices in Essex

The average price paid in Essex for a scrap car is £276, but each vehicle is priced individually, based on factors that include its weight, condition and age.

Ford Fiesta
£256
Year
2007
Mileage
113,076 miles
Approx. Weight (tonnes)
1.27
Vauxhall Astra
£226
Year
2010
Mileage
108,609 miles
Approx. Weight (tonnes)
1.28
Volkswagen Golf
£240
Year
2006
Mileage
125,788 miles
Approx. Weight (tonnes)
1.3
BMW 3 Series
£369
Year
2007
Mileage
148,096 miles
Approx. Weight (tonnes)
1.48
Peugeot 207
£221
Year
2007
Mileage
92,437 miles
Approx. Weight (tonnes)
1.26
Renault Clio
£177
Year
2006
Mileage
93,173 miles
Approx. Weight (tonnes)
1.04
Toyota Yaris
£210
Year
2006
Mileage
102,858 miles
Approx. Weight (tonnes)
0.99
MakeYearMileageApprox. Weight (tonnes)Estimated Price
Ford Fiesta2007113,076 miles1.27£256
Vauxhall Astra2010108,609 miles1.28£226
Volkswagen Golf2006125,788 miles1.3£240
BMW 3 Series2007148,096 miles1.48£369
Peugeot 207200792,437 miles1.26£221
Renault Clio200693,173 miles1.04£177
Toyota Yaris2006102,858 miles0.99£210
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Scrap car prices by vehicle size in Essex

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Small

£210
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Medium

£276
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Large

£348
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SUV

£473

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Scrap car trends in Essex

After scrapping more than 150,000 vehicles in Essex, we have spotted some key trends in terms of the age, mileage and fuel types that regularly crop up.
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Top car makes we've scrapped in Essex
Top car models we've scrapped in Essex
Vehicle ages we've scrapped in Essex
Most common MOT failures in Essex
Average mileage at scrapping in Essex
Fuel types we've scrapped in Essex
Transmission types we've scrapped in Essex
Fords are our most commonly scrapped car make in Essex, followed by Vauxhalls, Volkswagens, BMWs and Peugeots.
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Scrap car statistics in Essex

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A Peugeot 207 with 844,822 miles on the clock is the highest mileage we have seen on any vehicle we have collected in Essex.

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The oldest vehicle we have scrapped in Essex was a 1961 Ford Zodiac, which was 65 years old on collection day.

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The average age of a scrapped car in Essex is 18.6, which is roughly in line with the UK's average of 18.5.

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The most common engine size we have seen in scrapped vehicles in Essex is 1,598cc, accounting for 10.6% of the fleet.

Scrap my car in Essex FAQs

How much is my scrap car worth in Essex?
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The value of your car is determined by a number of factors, including its weight, condition, make, model and the current value of scrap metal. For the most accurate figure, check your scrap car value online in under 30 seconds.

Do I need to be present for the collection in Essex?
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You don't have to be present for the collection of your scrap car in Essex. You can nominate another adult to hand over the vehicle, and they will need photo ID, access to the car and the relevant pre-agreed paperwork.

Can I scrap a car without a V5C logbook?
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You can scrap a car without a V5C logbook, but you will need alternative documents instead. We will advise what is deemed a suitable alternative, but typically, MOT certificates and service history suffice.

Can I keep my private number plate before scrapping?
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Yes, you can usually keep your private number plate before scrapping, but you must apply to retain or transfer it before the vehicle is processed. Use the DVLA website or a V317 form, as the registration plate must be removed before a Certificate of Destruction is issued.

How do I avoid scrap car scams in Essex?
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To avoid scrap car scams in Essex, avoid cash-in-hand deals, unlicensed collectors and last-minute price drops on collection day. Legitimate payments are made by bank transfer, not cash, under the Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013, and Car.co.uk is a safer route with a 4.9/5 Trustpilot rating from 15,000+ reviews.

What documents do I need to scrap my car in Essex?
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To scrap your car in Essex, you will need photo ID and proof of address as a bare minimum. A V5C log book is also desirable, but we can often proceed without it. Please note that having the V5C log book speeds up the process.

Will I receive a Certificate of Destruction?
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If you request one, we issue a Certificate of Destruction within seven days of processing. This removes all future responsibility from the previous owner, and we handle the DVLA notification automatically.

Can I scrap a car with outstanding finance?
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Outstanding finance must usually be settled first in the vast majority of cases. You can only scrap a car with outstanding finance if your lender provides clear consent.

Do you accept commercial vehicles in Essex?
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We accept vans and light commercial vehicles in Essex, including panel vans, pick-ups and minibuses. Quotes work the same way, using your registration number and postcode, and many trade and delivery vehicles return more than cars because their greater kerb weight increases the recycling value.

How long does it take to scrap my car in Essex?
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We frequently have same-day and next-day collection spaces available in Essex, which means the entire process from quote to scrapping can often be completed within 24 hours. Generate your quote today and find out what time slots are available.