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How our Leatherhead car scrapping process works with Car.co.uk

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Just enter your registration and a Leatherhead postcode to get an instant quote for the best price for your car, with no extra charges ever added.

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Book a collection slot

Pick a suitable time and day for our free car collection service. Same-day or next-day collection is available in many cases.

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We'll arrange collection from any Leatherhead address for free at your chosen time.

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As soon as we collect your car, we'll make a quick payment by bank transfer without delay.

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Easy to contact by phone. All the staff I spoke to were polite and helpful. All arrangements were confirmed in writing and timescales were kept to. The collection went well, he kept me informed and was very . professionalRidiculous as it may seem I was sad to scrap my car but they made it a painless experience.
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Very easy transaction. Easy to book, collection person phoned to say exactly what time they were arriving. I just left him to it and collection took around 10 mins including taking photos of my id and the car. Sad to see my car go as its been a really good car but too much wrong with it now. Payment was not immediate, took around an hour and a half. No fuss, no sweat, very easy.
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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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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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I recently had my old car collected and I couldn’t be happier with the service. From start to finish, everything was handled smoothly and I was kept informed throughout the whole process. The driver, Roy, was excellent – really friendly, professional, and informative, which made the whole experience easy and stress-free. The payment was transferred instantly upon collection, which was a huge plus. Overall, a fantastic service and I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to scrap their car.
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Easy to contact by phone. All the staff I spoke to were polite and helpful. All arrangements were confirmed in writing and timescales were kept to. The collection went well, he kept me informed and was very . professionalRidiculous as it may seem I was sad to scrap my car but they made it a painless experience.
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Very easy transaction. Easy to book, collection person phoned to say exactly what time they were arriving. I just left him to it and collection took around 10 mins including taking photos of my id and the car. Sad to see my car go as its been a really good car but too much wrong with it now. Payment was not immediate, took around an hour and a half. No fuss, no sweat, very easy.
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Average scrap car prices in Leatherhead

The prices below show how condition and completeness can change the average value of a scrap vehicle.

Vauxhall Corsa
£201
Year
2008
Mileage
91,351 miles
Approx. Weight (tonnes)
1.08
Ford Fiesta
£223
Year
2005
Mileage
108,476 miles
Approx. Weight (tonnes)
1.26
Volkswagen Golf
£225
Year
2006
Mileage
124,218 miles
Approx. Weight (tonnes)
1.3
BMW 3 Series
£372
Year
2007
Mileage
146,598 miles
Approx. Weight (tonnes)
1.48
Peugeot 207
£202
Year
2007
Mileage
88,898 miles
Approx. Weight (tonnes)
1.25
Toyota Yaris
£185
Year
2006
Mileage
103,828 miles
Approx. Weight (tonnes)
0.98
Nissan Micra
£175
Year
2005
Mileage
89,079 miles
Approx. Weight (tonnes)
0.97
MakeYearMileageApprox. Weight (tonnes)Estimated Price
Vauxhall Corsa200891,351 miles1.08£201
Ford Fiesta2005108,476 miles1.26£223
Volkswagen Golf2006124,218 miles1.3£225
BMW 3 Series2007146,598 miles1.48£372
Peugeot 207200788,898 miles1.25£202
Toyota Yaris2006103,828 miles0.98£185
Nissan Micra200589,079 miles0.97£175
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Scrap car prices by vehicle size in Leatherhead

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Small

£200
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Medium

£267
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Large

£351
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SUV

£474

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Scrap car trends in Leatherhead

Below is a quick guide to the ages, mileages, and vehicle types most commonly seen across the almost 150,000 vehicles we've scrapped in Leatherhead.
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Top car makes we've scrapped in Leatherhead
Top car models we've scrapped in Leatherhead
Vehicle ages we've scrapped in Leatherhead
Most common MOT failures in Leatherhead
Average mileage at scrapping in Leatherhead
Fuel types we've scrapped in Leatherhead
Transmission types we've scrapped in Leatherhead
Across the almost 150,000 vehicles we've quoted and collected for scrap in Leatherhead, Vauxhall is the most common make, with 21,431 examples. This is followed by Ford with 18,753, and Volkswagen with 13,923. BMW and Peugeot come in fourth and fifth, showing a mainstream end-of-life mix.
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Scrap car statistics in Leatherhead

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The highest vehicle mileage we've seen in Leatherhead was for a 1999 Ford Puma with 897,062 miles on the clock. This is about 8 times the local average of 109,432 miles before scrapping.

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The oldest vehicle we've scrapped in Leatherhead was a 66-year-old 1960 Rover 80, which goes to show that some cars stay in everyday use for a long time before finally reaching end-of-life.

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The most common engine size amongst vehicles we've quoted and collected for scrap in Leatherhead is 1,598cc, with 11.2% of the total. This suggests that mid-sized, everyday cars make up much of the local end-of-life profile.

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The average age of vehicles we've handled in Leatherhead is 18.7-years-old, which is just above the UK average of 18.5-years-old. This suggests that local vehicles tend to stay on the road slightly longer than the rest of the country.

Scrap my car in Leatherhead FAQs

How much is my scrap car worth in Leatherhead?
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The average price paid for scrap cars in Leatherhead is £266. This depends on weight, condition, make, and model, current scrap metal prices, and whether the vehicle has usable salvage parts rather than scrap value alone. This means older cars can sometimes return more than damaged non-runners. Check today's scrap car prices to get an online quote in under 30 seconds.

Do I need to be present for the collection in Leatherhead?
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No, you don't have to be present for the collection of your scrap car in Leatherhead. You can have someone else meet the driver for you, as long as they're 18 or over and have access to the vehicle plus all the agreed documents. This way the handover is straightforward, and the removal can go ahead without delay.

Can I scrap a car without a V5C logbook?
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Yes, you can scrap a car without a V5C logbook, but you'll need photo ID, proof of address, and supporting paperwork such as MOT certificates or service history to help verify the vehicle in its place. The scrapping process can take slightly longer before collection and payment are arranged in this case.

Do I need to provide keys for my car?
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No, you don't need to provide the keys for your car. Missing keys are a common issue, but they won't prevent collection or affect the quoted price because the vehicle can still be loaded using specialist equipment, and the condition and recovery requirements matter more than whether a set of keys is available.

Can I scrap a car that is not registered in my name?
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Yes, you can scrap a car that isn't registered in your name, but you'll need written authority from the registered keeper where possible, or a legitimate reason for possession, such as the car being a gift, part of an inheritance, or from a deceased estate. You'll also need proof of identity and supporting paperwork like a will, gift letter, or statutory declaration. Car.co.uk can advise on the situation before booking.

What documents do I need to scrap my car in Leatherhead?
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You'll need your V5C logbook, proof of address, and photo ID to scrap your car in Leatherhead. If you don't have the V5C logbook for any reason, you can usually proceed with alternative supporting details, and we'll guide you through the required paperwork so the vehicle can be processed compliantly.

Will I receive a Certificate of Destruction?
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Yes, if you request a Certificate of Destruction, we'll send one out within 7 days of processing. Car.co.uk will notify the DVLA automatically, and the CoD removes the previous owner from the DVLA register for the vehicle, so they're no longer responsible for it.

Can I scrap a car with outstanding finance?
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No, you'll need to pay off any outstanding finance before scrapping your car, unless the finance company gives clear consent for disposal. Lenders usually keep a legal interest in vehicles they finance until the agreement ends, so the best next step is to contact them for written confirmation, and we'll help you understand what's needed before booking.

Can I scrap a car with no MOT in Leatherhead?
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Yes, you can scrap a car with no MOT in Leatherhead. MOT status won't lower the value of your scrap vehicle or prevent collection. The vehicle just needs to be accessible for removal, so even if it hasn't passed a recent test, you can still get a price and arrange pickup.

How long does it take to scrap my car in Leatherhead?
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Same-day or next-day collection is available in most cases in Leatherhead. You can get a quote online in under 30 seconds, then choose a convenient collection slot during checkout and get paid by bank transfer on collection. Good access via M25 Junction 9 often helps availability, but low bridges like the Leatherhead bridge can affect recovery in certain cases. If you request one, a Certificate of Destruction is usually issued within 7 days of processing.