Find a scrap yard near you in 30 seconds

Honestly, you don’t have to. That’s the whole point of using our service: we find a local scrap yard for you. The moment you enter your reg and postcode, our system checks your location against our nationwide network and shows you quotes from local yards that want to buy your car. You’ll see the best offer straight away and can book collection right then and there. What’s different about us is you don’t need to spend your afternoon ringing round or filling in a bunch of forms. You get a real-time quote from a licensed ATF near you, including a breakdown of what they’re paying for (instead of just some generic scrap value). So whether you're in Central London or out in the middle of nowhere, we’ll match you with a vetted scrap yard that’ll collect your car and pay you on the spot.

Yeah, 100%. Vans are actually in high demand at most scrap yards because they’ve got more metal and often more usable parts than the average car, which means more value for both you and the yard. So if you’ve got a van that’s failed its MOT, been sat on the drive or just isn’t worth repairing, you can absolutely sell it to a local scrap yard.

Most scrap yards will let you walk in without booking ahead. But there are no guarantees they’ll be able to take your car right then and there. Paperwork takes time, queues can be long and if they’re short-staffed or fully booked for the day, you might be turned away. It’s way easier to skip all that. Most people don’t realise you don’t even have to go to the scrap yard. We can schedule a free pickup from your location. That’s usually the better option anyway. Especially if your car doesn’t run or has no MOT, because legally, you can’t drive it on the road.

Typically, scrap prices for cars in the UK range from around £150 up to £400, depending on the vehicle. Larger vehicles or models in demand fetch more. A Ford Transit or Range Rover, for example, often go for £250–£300+, while a lightweight hatchback might be closer to £120–£150 Three key factors influence the payout: weight (heavier cars like vans or SUVs bring more since metal value is key), condition/parts (cars with intact engines, catalytic converters and alloy wheels often earn more than standard scrap weight offers) and location (offers vary slightly by area).

The main document you need to scrap your car is the V5C logbook. This is the registration document proving you’re the legal keeper of the vehicle. To comply with the Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013, you’ll also need a valid photo ID (like your driving licence or passport) and proof of address (like a utility bill or bank statement dated within the last 3 months).

Generally speaking, no, most scrap yards don’t take caravans. They're a pain to dispose of because they’re built with a mix of materials like wood, fibreglass, insulation and very little actual scrap metal. That makes them tricky and costly to break down and recycle properly. Scrap yards are set up for cars, vans and 4x4s. Most won’t touch caravans because there's barely any metal value and a lot of manual labour involved in stripping one down. That said, there are specialist caravan disposal services in the UK, but they’re totally separate from traditional car scrap yards (and they usually charge a fee for collection and dismantling).

If you’ve got multiple MOT failures, write-offs, fleet vehicles or end-of-life vehicles to offload from your trade work, there are larger commercial yards and dismantlers that actively want that kind of volume. You’ll usually get a better per-vehicle rate because you’re saving them on collection and admin. You can even schedule bulk collections on the same day or across a few days depending on access, location and how many you’re getting rid of.

Most auto scrap yards will take nearly any type of road vehicle, regardless of condition. That includes cars, vans, 4x4s, SUVs, pickup trucks, written-off vehicles (Cat A, B, S, N), MOT failures, non-runners and even flood-damaged or fire-damaged vehicles.

We work with a number of scrap yards that take scooters, mopeds and motorbikes. You’re not going to get the same payout as you would for a car, just because there's less weight and not as many components to resell. But if you’ve got the V5C and the bike’s mostly intact, we can absolutely help you get rid of it legally and still get something for it.

By law, scrap yards in the UK are not allowed to pay in cash. It has to be by bank transfer or cheque. This is part of the Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013, which was brought in to prevent illegal vehicle disposal and reduce metal theft. So if a yard offers you cash, walk away. It’s not legit, and chances are they’re cutting corners elsewhere too.

If you use our service, you can scrap your car as quickly as today or tomorrow. We work with a nationwide network of licensed yards and collection agents, and many offer same-day or next-day pickup depending on their availability and your location. For those who want us to pick up the car as soon as possible, we recommend making the appointment early in the morning so that midday and afternoon time slots are available. Otherwise, you’ll have to wait until the next day.

That depends. For one, what day is “today”? And two, each yard has its own schedule. If today is a weekday before mid‑afternoon, many licensed Authorised Treatment Facilities are open. On Saturdays, some yards open early but close around midday. If it's Sunday or a public holiday, most are closed. No matter what day it is, you can pop in your reg and postcode on our site and it’ll show you what’s available nearby that fits your schedule.

Absolutely, they do. In fact, most of the vehicles scrap yards take in aren’t running anymore. Whether the engine’s dead, it’s been sat for years or it’s completely undriveable, it still has value as scrap metal and parts.

Some yards collect your car free of charge, but there are quite a few that don’t (and they won’t always make that obvious upfront). You might get a decent quote, but then they knock off £50 or more for picking the car up. With our service, collection is always free. No hidden charges, no surprise deductions. We’ve built relationships with yards all across the UK and our collection drivers are all fully vetted and approved.

A lot of local scrap yards to sell used car parts, especially the bigger breaker’s yards. It’s more profitable for them to remove and resell valuable parts like engines, gearboxes, lights, doors, alloys, mirrors and bumpers than it is to let them all go to waste. This is one of the main ways they make money. So if you're looking for a part to fix your car on the cheap, your local scrap yard is a great place to check. Now, not every yard sells parts to the public and stock changes daily depending on what’s come in, so it’s hit or miss unless you call ahead or check online. Some yards will list their parts on platforms like eBay or BreakerLink. Others just do it over the phone.

We work with specialised VW breakers up and down the UK, from Gateshead (Vee Dubs) to Ipswich (VWBreakers) and Greater Manchester (Barlow Street). They take VW models of all ages and conditions. So if you’re scrapping or selling your Volkswagen, we’ll match you with a local licensed yard that knows exactly what to do with it, including paperwork, collection and payment.

Yes, you can scrap your car without a V5C logbook, but not every scrap yard will accept it and it’s a bit more effort on your end. The V5C proves you’re the registered keeper. Without it, many ATFs get suspicious because it’s a common red flag for stolen vehicles. If you don’t have it, they’ll usually ask for extra ID, proof of address and evidence that the car belongs to you (like insurance docs or a bill of sale). Also, without the V5C, it’s your responsibility to inform the DVLA in writing that the car’s been scrapped. Otherwise, you could stay legally liable for a car you no longer own. If you want to make things smooth, just apply for a replacement V5C using form V62. It costs £25 and you’ll get the new logbook in 5 working days.

The easiest way is to check the official government register of scrap metal dealers. Every licensed yard in the UK must be listed with their local council under the Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013. You can find the register here.

There are plenty of yards across the UK that focus on recycling steel, copper, aluminium, batteries cables and industrial scrap. These places invest in heavy machinery to sort, shred, bale and process the material at scale. That means they pay accurate prices based on weight and grade, and some even collect your vehicle if it’s essentially scrap metal.

Yes. Instead of calling around or driving to different yards, just enter your reg and postcode on our site. Our system instantly pulls quotes from licensed scrap yards near you. Pick the best one, choose a collection time and we handle the booking, paperwork, collection and payment.

Typical licensed scrap yards (Authorised Treatment Facilities, or ATFs) in the UK open on Monday to Friday from around 7 am to 8 am until mid to late afternoon, and most operate Saturday mornings only, closing by midday. They’re usually closed on Sundays. Because every yard sets their own times, it's best to check local opening hours first. Most scrap yards accept their last drop-offs 30 minutes before closing, so if it’s already 4 in the afternoon, you might be too late to drop off.