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Scrap My Car in London

If you're a Londoner looking to recycle your vehicle, Remove My Car is here to help. We pick up scrap vehicles from across the capital every day and secure the best possible price, saving owners from the burden of storage and high parking charges that can be excessive in the city.

Furthermore, the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) in London is the largest clean air initiative of its kind in the world. Covering the entirety of Greater London, the ULEZ aims to improve air quality for the capital's nine million residents by enforcing stricter emission standards for vehicles. Drivers of older, more polluting cars are now required to pay a daily charge to enter the ULEZ, which operates 24/7 every day of the year, except on Christmas Day.

In light of these new ULEZ regulations, there has never been a better time for vehicle owners in London to consider recycling their older, non-compliant vehicles and get paid for doing so. Remove My Car makes the process of scrapping your car quick, easy, and hassle-free - we'll even handle all the necessary paperwork on your behalf.

Getting rid of your scrap car with Remove My Car couldn't be easier, we'll even handle all the paperwork for you. We have several locations in London, giving us complete coverage of all the 32 boroughs of the capital:

Scrap Car Collection North London:

Barnet

Camden

Enfield

Hackney

Islington

Waltham Forest

Scrap Car Collection South London:

Bromley

Croydon

Kingston Upon Thames

Lambeth

Lewisham

Merton

Richmond upon Thames

Southwark

Sutton

Wandsworth

Scrap Car Collection East London :

Barking and Dagenham

Bexley

Greenwich

Havering

Newham

Redbridge

Tower HamletsTower Hamlets

Scrap Car Collection West London :

Brent

Ealing

Hammersmith and Fulham

Harrow

Hillingdon

Hounslow

Kensington and Chelsea

Westminster

Find out more about our car removal service in London below or enter your registration number and postcode to get started with a free, no-obligation estimate.

Top Selling Cars in London

Vauxhall Astra

Average Price: £252

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Vauxhall Corsa

Average Price: £214

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Ford Focus

Average Price: £291

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Did you know?

London is where British motoring's most famous road trip began

Every year since 1896, the London to Brighton Veteran Car Run has set off from London - originally the Emancipation Run, celebrating the end of Britain's restrictive "red flag" laws that limited early cars to walking pace.

It's the world's longest-running motoring event, and London's Hyde Park remains the starting point to this day, just as it was when a small convoy of pioneering motorists first set off for the coast well over a century ago.

London scrap car data

London
Vehicles collected (last 12 months)	2138
Average price paid	£222
Top makes scrapped	VAUXHALL, FORD, VOLKSWAGEN, PEUGEOT, HONDA
Average vehicle age	18 years

Updated Jul 2026

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Top Customer FAQ’s

The most common methods of payment available are Bank Transfer and Cheque Payment. Bank Transfers are usually cleared within 24 hours from the time of collection. Cheque Payments are issued on collection but can take a few days to clear with your bank. it will depend on your local collections team as to which payment method they can offer.

In order to receive a tax refund you will need to inform DVLA that you have sold your vehicle. This can be done once the vehicle has been collected using the V5C (logbook) - section 9 or section 4 on the new logbooks issued in April 2019 (yellow section) which will be filled in on the day of collection by the driver, and handed back to you, you will need to send this to DVLA (we recommend recorded delivery). If you do not have the V5C, we advise you send a letter to DVLA using the address details of the collector to advise that you are no longer the registered keeper as of the day and time of the collection. For more information regarding the tax refund, please contact DVLA or visit https://www.gov.uk/vehicle-tax-refund

We can normally collect without the V5C, if you add in the comments once you accept 'V5C missing' the collection company can confirm when they contact you. It is important that the registered keeper notifies DVLA in writing that the vehicle has been scrapped/sold using the details from the driver on the day of collection. If you need details of which collection team collected your vehicle feel free to contact us by phone or via our online chat facility.

The person present at the time of collection will have to provide Photo I.D and some form of address proof,recent Utility Bill/Bank statement, etc

The person present at the time of collection will need to provide us with their own Photo I.D, and proof of address (Utility Bill/Bank Statement etc, that is less than 3 months old), the keys and, if possible, the V5C (log book). We may also ask for spare keys and any other paper work, such as service receipts and old MOTs.

Due to the SMDA 2013 (scrap metal dealers act 2013) scrap metal dealers and car breakers can no longer pay for vehicles using CASH and also need by law a copy of the photo I.D and proof of address (recent Utility Bill/Bank statement, etc) of the person there at the time of the collection.

No, we do not sell parts at Remove My Car.

Why People Scrap Their Cars In London

There are several reasons why we’re called out to collect scrap cars in London, the most common reasons include:

· Don’t want to pay high storage or parking fees.

· Low or Ultra Emission Zones make the car expensive to run.

· The car has failed its MOT and the repair work isn’t worth it.

· The car has broken down and needs expensive repairs.

· The car is a non-runner.

What’s the Process of Scrapping My Car in London?

The process of scrapping your car in London couldn’t be easier:

1. Enter your car registration number and postcode into our free online tool.

2. You will then receive an instant quote based on the cars scrap value.

3. You decide whether to accept the quote or not.

4. If accepted, we arrange a convenient time to come and collect your car.

5. You get paid!

Happy Customers in London

"Brilliant Service,Highly recommend. I made a phone call in the morning and was picked up later that day and money in bank by 5pm 🤩🤩"

Lisa from London
2007 Bmw 1 £305

Common questions about scrapping a car in London

How much is my scrap car worth in London?

Scrap value depends on your car's weight, condition, and current metal prices, alongside make and model. Get an exact instant quote using the form above.

Do I need to be present for collection in London?

No. You can nominate someone else to hand over the keys and paperwork, provided they're over 18 and bring valid photo ID and proof of address, in line with the Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013.

Can I scrap a car in London without a V5C logbook?

Yes. If your V5C is missing, note this when you accept your quote — our collection team will confirm what alternative proof of ownership is needed on the day.

Will scrapping my car help me avoid the London ULEZ charge?

Yes, if your current car is non-compliant — scrapping it removes the daily £12.50 charge entirely, rather than needing to plan routes around Greater London or pay it every time you drive.

Get your free London scrap car quote

Getting started is simple: enter your registration and postcode above for an instant, guaranteed quote - free collection anywhere in London and the surrounding area, same-day payment, and a Certificate of Destruction provided once your car's been recycled.

Scrap My Car London

See How Much Your Car Is Worth

Rated 4.9/5 from 13,121 reviews

Rated 4.9/5 from 13,121 reviews