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Pick a collection day and time slot that suits you, with same-day and next-day collections available in Doncaster.

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All payments are made via bank transfer upon collection of your scrap 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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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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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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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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Right from the start was smooth running, so got a good quote online. Booked in picked up for next day. Lovely guy called tony called me hour before to say hell be with me within the hour. Tony arrived explained whats going to happen I gave him all the bits he needed and he was so fast at getting my car started , moved and loaded up on his lorry. Then as soon as he clicked confirm the payment was in my account. Very fast very happy .. very reliable id definately recommend this company to scrap your car with. Thank you for such a smooth fast process.
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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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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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Average scrap car prices in Doncaster

The average price paid for a scrap car in Doncaster is £270, but each case is different. The price you receive will depend on the weight, mileage, and condition of your car, in addition to the value of scrap metal.

Vauxhall Corsa
£248
Year
2007
Mileage
120,002 miles
Approx. Weight (tonnes)
1.3
Ford Fiesta
£235
Year
2008
Mileage
120,569 miles
Approx. Weight (tonnes)
1.3
Volkswagen Golf
£239
Year
2007
Mileage
146,290 miles
Approx. Weight (tonnes)
1.33
Peugeot 207
£231
Year
2007
Mileage
98,592 miles
Approx. Weight (tonnes)
1.26
Renault Clio
£197
Year
2006
Mileage
100,309 miles
Approx. Weight (tonnes)
1.04
Citroen C3
£257
Year
2008
Mileage
113,670 miles
Approx. Weight (tonnes)
1.41
BMW 3 Series
£337
Year
2007
Mileage
165,593 miles
Approx. Weight (tonnes)
1.47
MakeYearMileageApprox. Weight (tonnes)Estimated Price
Vauxhall Corsa2007120,002 miles1.3£248
Ford Fiesta2008120,569 miles1.3£235
Volkswagen Golf2007146,290 miles1.33£239
Peugeot 207200798,592 miles1.26£231
Renault Clio2006100,309 miles1.04£197
Citroen C32008113,670 miles1.41£257
BMW 3 Series2007165,593 miles1.47£337
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Scrap car prices by vehicle size in Doncaster

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Small

£206
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Medium

£275
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Large

£331
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SUV

£438

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Scrap car trends in Doncaster

Using records from over 42,000 vehicles in Doncaster, the charts below show which ages, mileages, and MOT patterns appear most often in Doncaster.
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Top car makes we've scrapped in Doncaster
Top car models we've scrapped in Doncaster
Vehicle ages we've scrapped in Doncaster
Most common MOT failures in Doncaster
Average mileage at scrapping in Doncaster
Fuel types we've scrapped in Doncaster
Transmission types we've scrapped in Doncaster
The most common car make we have quoted for and collect in Doncaster is Vauxhalls, followed by Fords, Volkswagens, Peugeots and Renaults.
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Scrap car statistics in Doncaster

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Based on our work to date, the average age of a scrap vehicle in Doncaster is 18.2, marginally younger than the UK average of 18.5.

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At 66 years old, the oldest vehicle we've scrapped in Doncaster was a 1960 MG A, showing how long some cars stay in everyday use before they finally reach scrap.

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716,701 miles is the highest vehicle mileage we've seen in Doncaster, from a 2005 Mercedes A170 at 21 years old, or about 5.8 times the local average of 122,689 miles.

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1,598cc was the most common engine size among vehicles we've quoted and collected in Doncaster, accounting for 8.7% of them, which suggests mid-sized everyday cars make up much of the local scrappage profile.

Scrap my car in Doncaster FAQs

How much is my scrap car worth in Doncaster?
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The average price paid in Doncaster for a scrap car is £270, but your price depends on weight, condition, make, model and current metal prices. Vehicles with usable parts can be worth more as salvage rather than scrap, so compare live scrap car prices and enter your registration for a quote in under 30 seconds.

Do I need to be present for the collection in Doncaster?
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You do not have to be present for the collection of your scrap car in Doncaster. You can nominate another adult to be there, but they must have access to the vehicle, photo ID and required paperwork, so the handover can go ahead smoothly without delays.

Can I scrap a car without a V5C logbook?
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You can scrap a car without a V5C logbook, although the process can take slightly longer. You'll usually need photo ID, proof of address, and any supporting documents such as MOT certificates or service history.

Which areas of Doncaster do you cover?
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We cover all postcodes within Doncaster, and free collection is available from any home, workplace or other suitable address. We also cover surrounding parts of the wider area, including areas such as Conisbrough, Mexborough, Thorne and Hatfield, so enter your postcode for a scrap quote in Doncaster, and we'll confirm availability straight away.

Can I scrap a car that is not registered in my name?
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You can scrap a car that isn't registered in your name, but conditions apply. The registered keeper should provide written authority where possible, or you'll need to show a legitimate reason for possession, such as a gift, inheritance or deceased estate, with proof of identity and supporting paperwork like a will, gift letter or statutory declaration.

What documents do I need to scrap my car in Doncaster?
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You need photo ID and proof of address to scrap your vehicle in Doncaster. You will also ideally have a V5C log book to hand, but we can usually proceed without, provided you have a suitable alternative. We will explain what qualifies as a suitable alternative should you not have a log book.

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. Car.co.uk handles the DVLA notification automatically, and once issued, this removes the previous owner from the DVLA register, so further responsibility ends.

Can I scrap a car with outstanding finance?
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In most cases, you cannot scrap a car with outstanding finance. The only way you are allowed to scrap a car with outstanding finance is if you can provide written confirmation from your lender that they are happy for you to scrap the vehicle.

How does scrap car payment work?
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Payment is made only by bank transfer, in accordance with the Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013. You will receive payment immediately after your car is collected.

Can I scrap a SORN vehicle in Doncaster?
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You can scrap a SORN vehicle in Doncaster, and it doesn't need to be taxed or insured for collection. SORN only means it mustn't be driven on a public road, so we'll collect it from a private or off-road address.