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What can I say...the Company deserves FIVE STARS and if there were TEN STARS , I would have RATED them as such ! ! The Communication was Excellent , as was the Collection of my Car and the Bank Transfer of the Money into my Account ! ! The pick up Driver was exceptionally helpful and my whole experience was a pleasure. Well done Team Car.co.uk and thank you for Providing such a First Class Service. I shall not Hesitate in Recommending Your Company , because I have enjoyed the Swiftness and Professionalism that You have Provided.
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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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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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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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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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What can I say...the Company deserves FIVE STARS and if there were TEN STARS , I would have RATED them as such ! ! The Communication was Excellent , as was the Collection of my Car and the Bank Transfer of the Money into my Account ! ! The pick up Driver was exceptionally helpful and my whole experience was a pleasure. Well done Team Car.co.uk and thank you for Providing such a First Class Service. I shall not Hesitate in Recommending Your Company , because I have enjoyed the Swiftness and Professionalism that You have Provided.
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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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Average scrap car prices in Caerphilly

In Caerphilly, scrap prices for vehicles change a lot depending on several factors. Take a look below to find out more.

Ford Fiesta
£189
Year
2007
Mileage
108,112 miles
Approx. Weight (tonnes)
1.09
Vauxhall Corsa
£185
Year
2008
Mileage
99,268 miles
Approx. Weight (tonnes)
1.09
Volkswagen Golf
£217
Year
2007
Mileage
143,043 miles
Approx. Weight (tonnes)
1.33
Peugeot 207
£206
Year
2007
Mileage
101,548 miles
Approx. Weight (tonnes)
1.26
Renault Clio
£175
Year
2007
Mileage
102,678 miles
Approx. Weight (tonnes)
1.05
Citroen C1
£167
Year
2010
Mileage
99,983 miles
Approx. Weight (tonnes)
1.1
BMW 3 Series
£311
Year
2005
Mileage
153,968 miles
Approx. Weight (tonnes)
1.48
MakeYearMileageApprox. Weight (tonnes)Estimated Price
Ford Fiesta2007108,112 miles1.09£189
Vauxhall Corsa200899,268 miles1.09£185
Volkswagen Golf2007143,043 miles1.33£217
Peugeot 2072007101,548 miles1.26£206
Renault Clio2007102,678 miles1.05£175
Citroen C1201099,983 miles1.1£167
BMW 3 Series2005153,968 miles1.48£311
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Scrap car prices by vehicle size in Caerphilly

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Small

£189
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Medium

£248
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Large

£292
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SUV

£382

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Scrap car trends in Caerphilly

The charts below show how 45,236 vehicles in Caerphilly break down by age, mileage, fuel type, and transmission.
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Top car makes we've scrapped in Caerphilly
Top car models we've scrapped in Caerphilly
Vehicle ages we've scrapped in Caerphilly
Most common MOT failures in Caerphilly
Average mileage at scrapping in Caerphilly
Fuel types we've scrapped in Caerphilly
Transmission types we've scrapped in Caerphilly
Across 45,236 vehicles we've quoted and collected in Caerphilly, Ford leads on 7,559, followed by Vauxhall on 6,307 and Volkswagen on 3,518. Peugeot and Renault complete the top five, pointing to a mainstream, everyday sample of vehicles with some big industry brands.
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Scrap car statistics in Caerphilly

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A 1966 MG Midget is the oldest vehicle we have scrapped in Caerphilly. At 60 years old, it shows how some cars can remain in everyday use for decades before they finally reach scrap.

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The highest mileage vehicle we have handled in Caerphilly was a 2011 Vauxhall Zafira. At 15 years old, it had covered 890,693 miles, around 7.5 times the local average of 118,613 miles before scrappage.

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At 1,598cc, the most common engine size we've handled in Caerphilly accounted for 8.5% of vehicles, suggesting mid-sized everyday cars make up much of the local scrappage profile.

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Vehicles we have quoted and collected in Caerphilly have an average kerb weight of 1,296 kg, close to the UK average of 1,314 kg, suggesting a broadly typical local vehicle size profile.

Scrap my car in Caerphilly FAQs

How much is my scrap car worth in Caerphilly?
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In Caerphilly, the average price paid for a scrap car is £236. Your quote will depend on the vehicle's weight, condition, make, model, current metal prices and whether its salvage value exceeds its recycling value. For a personalised price, check our scrap car prices and get an online quote in under 30 seconds.

Do I need to be present for the collection in Caerphilly?
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No, you don't have to be present for the collection of your scrap car in Caerphilly. Thinking of spending the day at Caerphilly Castle? No problem. You can nominate someone else, but they must be over 18 and have access to the vehicle, keys if available, and the required documents. This way the process can be as smooth as possible.

Can I scrap a car without a V5C logbook?
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Yes, you can usually scrap a car without a V5C logbook. We will ask for photo ID, proof of address and any supporting paperwork, such as MOT certificates or service history, to confirm ownership. Checks may take slightly longer before collection and payment.

Do I need to notify the DVLA when I scrap my car?
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No, Car.co.uk handles the DVLA notification as part of the Certificate of Destruction process, so you only need to provide your V5C logbook details. Once the CoD is issued, the previous owner is removed from the register and responsibility for the vehicle ends.

What is the difference between scrapping and salvaging?
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Scrapping means the vehicle is dismantled and recycled for its metal value under End-of-Life Vehicle rules, while salvaging means it still has enough worth to be resold whole or broken for usable parts. If your car's a write-off, Car.co.uk assesses both routes and chooses the outcome that returns the best deal to you.

What documents do I need to scrap my car in Caerphilly?
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You'll need your V5C log book to scrap your car in Caerphilly, along with a photo ID and proof of address. Our guide explains what each document is for. If the logbook is missing, you can still proceed in many cases, and we'll advise you on the paperwork needed to complete the sale compliantly.

Will I receive a Certificate of Destruction?
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Yes, if you request one, we issue a Certificate of Destruction within 7 days of processing the vehicle. Car.co.uk handles the DVLA notification automatically, and once issued, the CoD removes the previous owner from the DVLA register, so further responsibility ends. And that's it! A simple way to scrap cars in Caerphilly.

Can I scrap a car with outstanding finance?
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No, outstanding finance usually needs to be settled before a vehicle can be scrapped, unless the finance company has given permission for it to be sold. As the lender retains a legal interest until the agreement ends, the best first step is to request a settlement figure. Once the finance has been cleared, we will guide you through the remaining process.

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

How do I avoid scrap car scams in Caerphilly?
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Avoid scrap car scams by using a licensed buyer, refusing cash payments, and checking for last-minute price changes on collection day. Legitimate payments are made by bank transfer, not cash, under the Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013. Car.co.uk is a safer route with a 4.9 out of 5 Trustpilot rating from 15,000 plus reviews and a Certificate of Destruction available on request for every vehicle. Take a look at our scrap car scam guide for more info.