Who is responsible for the vehicle?
Record the business taking custody and the receiving facility. Tell DVLA using its official process and keep confirmation. Do not rely on an informal assurance that somebody else will do it.
When a destruction certificate applies
GOV.UK says a certificate of destruction should be issued within seven days for an eligible car that is completely scrapped. If the facility repairs and resells it, that certificate is not issued.
Payment in England and Wales
For a vehicle being scrapped in England or Wales, payment must be by bank transfer or cheque, rather than cash. The position described here is specific to scrapping, not every used-car sale.
Ask before handover
Confirm the payment method, timescale and who will issue the documents. Keep your receipt and contact the business promptly if an agreed document or payment does not arrive.
GOV.UK — where vehicles can be scrapped. Use the official guidance for current requirements and the process relevant to your circumstances.
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