There comes a sad day in every car ownerâs life when the cost of car repair is more than the worth of the car. Car scrapping can be a brand new experience for many people and the whole idea of getting a car scrapping service can seem intimidating and puzzling.Â
But do not be daunted or confused. In this article, we will talk about everything you need to know about car scrapping services.
1. Choosing the right car salvage company:
There might be a lot of car scrapping services near you. While choosing a scrapping company for your car, be careful of dubious companies as most of them will dispose of your car illegally and in ways that are not environmentally friendly. Choose a well-known and reputed scrapping company that has good reviews and ratings online.
A good salvage car company will scrap your car responsibly and properly under the guidelines of an Authorised Treatment Facility (ATF). This process is the only legal way of scrapping a car and you will be provided with a certificate of destruction by doing so, which will prove that your car has been salvaged properly and legally.
Do not pay any money to the company for the scrap car collection as this cost should be included in the deal. A reputed company will provide free car removal service by using their specialised vehicle.
2. Provide accurate car details to receive a quote:
Receiving a quote is very simple. You will need to fill out a form or call the customer service of the company, provide them accurate details of your car and they will instantly let you know how much the worth of your car is.
It is very essential to provide correct details and location of the car, as the car scrapping company will provide you with the quote using the information you provide and to make sure that there are no disappointments on either side when the car will undergo assessment.Â
3. Compare quotes to get the best price:
To receive the best price for your car, contact more than one vehicle scrapping company and compare the quotes they provide. Do not keep your entire focus on the money, check the services and quality of the company properly as well before finalising the deal.Â
4. Be available for car collection:
Once you finalise the deal, fix a time with the company to collect the vehicle that suits you. Provide the accurate address and be present with the proper documentation of the car during the collection. Make sure that all the tyres are fully inflated if your car is in a drivable condition.Â
5. Required paperwork for car scrapping:
According to the Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013, you will have to provide the Authorised Treatment Facility (ATF) with an up to date photo identification such as a valid driving licence or passport, and proof of your address, such as a utility bill that includes your current address. The proof of the residential document must be dated within 3 months.Â
This law was passed to decrease crimes related to vehicles and to defend against unethical scrapping companies.Â
There are exceptional circumstances where you might have to provide the scrapping company with an original purchase proof of the car. If you do not have possession of the car keys and cannot provide a V5 registration document, then you might have to supply your scrapping company with additional documentation to prove the ownership of your car, such as the original bill of sale.
6. Receive payment for your car:
After your car is assessed by the car scrapping experts at your provided location, they will transfer the money to your account the right way if everything seems genuine.Â
As stated in section 12 of the Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013, it is illegal to pay cash for scrap cars. Companies who offer to pay in cash are breaking the law and you should not deal with them.Â
7. Receive the Certificate of Destruction:
The car salvage company will contact the Driver and Vehicle Licence Agency (DVLA) when your car will be scrapped, and a certificate of destruction will be issued by them. It is very important to notify the DVLA when your car has been scrapped, otherwise, you could be fined ÂĢ1000.Â
The ATF will send you the certificate of destruction by post, within seven days after your car has been successfully scrapped.
Note: This document can only be issued by the ATF.
8. Claim back unused insurance and road tax:
When you scrap your car, you can claim a refund for any sort of unused insurance and road tax. It is very easy to miss this opportunity if you are not aware of it.
Once you receive the certificate of destruction from the ATF, all you need to do is call your insurance provider and inform them that your car has been scrapped. They will refund you the remaining balance of your insurance if your policy is still active.Â
You will have to follow the same steps to claim a refund of unused road tax, let the government know and they will refund the remaining amount.Â
Final words
In this article, we have let you know everything about how you can get the best car scrapping service. If you are looking to scrap your old car, then contact us and get a quote for your scrapped car.