Ever wondered what some of the UK’s most dangerous landmarks are? In this article, we’ll dive deep into all of the UK’s iconic landmarks, including safest and most dangerous as of 2024. Britain is home to hundreds of landmarks, from iconic statues, historical buildings and mythological lakes. Each is situated in its own unique surroundings; […]
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The UK’s Electric Vehicle Hotspots
Over the past decade, electric vehicles have become increasingly popular within the UK and as a result, EV ownership and infrastructure development is thriving across the country. As the government’s goal to ban the sale of new petrol and diesel cars by 2040 draws nearer and the number of EVs on our roads increases, the […]
What Happens If Your Car Fails Its MOT? Your Options Explained
When your car is three years old from the date of its registration, it will need an MOT- from then, each year you will need to take your car for an MOT retest. The MOT test, the acronym in which stands for Ministry of Transport, is an inspection to see if your car is roadworthy. […]
Can You Sell A Broken Car?
When you’re putting your car onto the market in the hopes of a sale, it’s often important to get the motor freshened up, looking good and in full working order for anyone who might want to take it for a test drive. But, what happens if your car is broken down and can’t be driven […]
The UK’s Worst Motorway Services to Eat At
Motorway service stations are a key part of the UK’s road network and most of us have probably had to stop at one on a road trip, however, it’s safe to say not all of them are as hygienic as others. We at National Scrap Car, a scrap car price comparison site, have analysed food […]
UK’s Biggest Car Graveyards
On this page: Car Graveyard Infographic Scrap Value Location report The Top 25 – number of cars The Top 25 – scrap value Registering SORN Scrapping a vehicle Methodology A car may be registered SORN for a number of reasons, maybe because it failed its MOT and the owner can’t afford the repairs, or perhaps […]
Car Removal Services
On this page: Reasons a Car Might Need Removal Removal For a Charity Importance of Using an Authorised Treatment Facility for Car Removal National Scrap Car When it’s time to get rid of your car or van, you’ll want to be safe in the knowledge that your vehicle is in the hands of a trusted […]
Can I Scrap or Sell a Car on Finance?
Many motorists opt for driving their vehicles on finance, it’s a popular choice and one that leaves you with flexible options. However, when it comes to getting rid of a damaged financed vehicle, your options can become quite limited, especially if you have an outstanding balance. This article guides you through the different types of […]
Lost Your V5C? Here’s What to do
On this page: How to Tax a Car a Without a V5C How to Scrap a Car Without a V5C How to Sell a Car Without a V5C How to SORN or UnSORN a vehicle without a V5c How to Get a New V5C Whether you’re selling, scrapping or looking to tax your vehicle, your […]
SORN – All you need to know
On this page: What is SORN When to SORN? What documents do I need to issue a SORN? How to SORN my car What happens after you SORN? What happens if you do not get a SORN? Do I need insurance if I SORN my car? Does SORN affect my MOT? Where should my SORN […]