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How to scrap your car in Harrow with Car.co.uk

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Just enter your registration and a Harrow postcode to get an instant quote for the best scrap car prices.

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Pick a time slot for free car collection. Same-day or next-day collection is often available.

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We'll arrange collection from any Harrow address free of charge, with no extra fees ever added.

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Once we collect your car, we'll make a same-day payment by bank transfer directly to your account.

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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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Very easy to deal with instant quote given and simple steps to arrange collection.Kept informed from start to finish great communication from Paul the collection driver car picked up on time Paul was very helpful and explained everything.Prompt payment would definitely recommend car.co.uk.
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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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They do what they say they do. Excellent.
I was contacted well in advance regarding the collection of my vehicle. Steve the driver phoned me and asked if he could collect sooner than booked. This was OK with me. When he arrived he was friendly and courteous and because of the advanced notification, gave me time to have everything ready for the handover. The money was transferred to my account within minutes. A great service and one that I would recommend to anyone wanting to dispose of a vehicle.
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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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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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Very easy to deal with instant quote given and simple steps to arrange collection.Kept informed from start to finish great communication from Paul the collection driver car picked up on time Paul was very helpful and explained everything.Prompt payment would definitely recommend car.co.uk.
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Average scrap car prices in Harrow

Heavier and more complete vehicles usually return higher prices. The table below is a useful guide to typical values based on weight and condition.

Vauxhall Corsa
£203
Year
2008
Mileage
91,294 miles
Approx. Weight (tonnes)
1.08
Ford Fiesta
£228
Year
2006
Mileage
107,896 miles
Approx. Weight (tonnes)
1.26
Volkswagen Golf
£229
Year
2006
Mileage
121,720 miles
Approx. Weight (tonnes)
1.3
BMW 3 Series
£274
Year
2006
Mileage
111,156 miles
Approx. Weight (tonnes)
1.39
Toyota Yaris
£190
Year
2006
Mileage
101,240 miles
Approx. Weight (tonnes)
0.99
Peugeot 207
£197
Year
2007
Mileage
88,670 miles
Approx. Weight (tonnes)
1.26
Audi A3
£261
Year
2005
Mileage
125,304 miles
Approx. Weight (tonnes)
1.29
MakeYearMileageApprox. Weight (tonnes)Estimated Price
Vauxhall Corsa200891,294 miles1.08£203
Ford Fiesta2006107,896 miles1.26£228
Volkswagen Golf2006121,720 miles1.3£229
BMW 3 Series2006111,156 miles1.39£274
Toyota Yaris2006101,240 miles0.99£190
Peugeot 207200788,670 miles1.26£197
Audi A32005125,304 miles1.29£261
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Scrap car prices by vehicle size in Harrow

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Small

£201
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Medium

£264
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Large

£341
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£458

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Scrap car trends in Harrow

The data below highlights the patterns most often seen across the almost 200,000 vehicles we've processed in Harrow.
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Top car makes we've scrapped in Harrow
Top car models we've scrapped in Harrow
Vehicle ages we've scrapped in Harrow
Most common MOT failures in Harrow
Average mileage at scrapping in Harrow
Fuel types we've scrapped in Harrow
Transmission types we've scrapped in Harrow
We've quoted and collected almost 200,000 vehicles in Harrow, and Vauxhall is the most common make, with 28,642 examples. This is followed by Ford on 23,446 and Volkswagen on 17,424. BMW and Toyota come in fourth and fifth, indicating a mainstream and premium scrap mix.
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Scrap car statistics in Harrow

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The most common engine size we've seen in Harrow is 1,598cc, making up 11.2% of the vehicles we've quoted and collected in the area.

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The average age of vehicles we've quoted and collected in Harrow is 18.7-years-old. The UK average is 18.5-years-old, putting the local scrappage profile broadly in line with the rest of the country.

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The oldest vehicle we've scrapped in Harrow was a 66-year-old Rover 80 from 1960. This shows that some cars remain in everyday use for a long time before finally being scrapped.

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The highest vehicle mileage we've seen in Harrow was for a 1999 Ford Puma that had 897,062 miles. This is around 8 times the local average of 109,257 miles before scrapping.

Scrap my car in Harrow FAQs

How much is my scrap car worth in Harrow?
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The average price paid for a scrap car in Harrow is £265. The final price depends on the weight, condition, make and model of the vehicle, plus current scrap metal prices and whether salvage value is higher than pure scrap value. Older or damaged vehicles can still return a good price, so enter your registration and postcode to see live scrap car prices in under 30 seconds.

Do I need to be present for the collection in Harrow?
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No, you don't have to be present in person when we collect your scrap car in Harrow. You can ask someone else to meet the driver on your behalf, as long as they're aged 18 or over and have the keys plus all the required documents, so the driver can complete collection without any issues.

Can I scrap a car without a V5C logbook?
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Yes, you can scrap a car that doesn't have a V5C logbook, although not having it will likely make the scrap process take slightly longer while ownership checks are completed. Photo ID, proof of address, and MOT certificates and service history are usually required instead of a logbook.

What is the difference between scrapping and salvaging?
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Scrapping is when a vehicle is dismantled and recycled for metal value under the ELV directive. This is usually the case when repair or resale no longer makes financial sense. Salvaging is when the car still has enough value to be sold as a whole vehicle or broken down for usable parts. Car.co.uk will assess both routes to ensure you get the best financial outcome.

Do you accept commercial vehicles in Harrow?
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Yes, we accept vans and light commercial vehicles in Harrow, including panel vans, pick-ups and minibuses. The quote process is the same as for a car, just enter your car registration number and postcode to see the best prices for your vehicle. Many vans return a higher price because their greater kerb weight usually means more recyclable material.

What documents do I need to scrap my car in Harrow?
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You'll need your vehicle's V5C logbook, photo ID and proof of address to scrap your car in Harrow. Missing paperwork doesn't always prevent a sale, and if you don't have your V5C logbook, we'll explain what else we can accept and guide you through the process from start to finish.

Will I receive a Certificate of Destruction?
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Yes, if you request a Certificate of Destruction, we'll issue one within 7 days of processing. Car.co.uk handles DVLA notifications automatically, and the CoD removes you from the DVLA register, ending further responsibility for the vehicle.

Can I scrap a car with outstanding finance?
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No, all outstanding finance must be settled before you can begin the scrap process, unless the finance company gives their consent for the vehicle to be scrapped. Lenders keep a legal interest in cars they finance until the balance is cleared, so check with them before booking. Once that's sorted, we'll help you move ahead.

How does scrap car payment work?
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Payment for scrap vehicles is only ever made by bank transfer, never by cash. The price you're quoted is the price paid on collection, with no last-minute reductions. Under the Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013, it is prohibited to pay cash for cars. Funds are sent securely once the handover is completed and your vehicle details have been checked.

Which areas of Harrow do you cover?
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We can collect your car from any postcode within Harrow, including areas such as Harrow town centre, Wealdstone, Pinner, Rayners Lane and Stanmore. Keep in mind that narrow roads and low bridges can affect collection, especially the Wealdstone Bridge on Herga Road/Princes Drive.