Scrap Car Comparison

Scrap Car Comparison: comparison service for scrap and salvage vehicle offers in the UK

Scrap Car Comparison is a price comparison website for vehicles destined for scrapping or salvage. Founded in 2008, it presents itself as one of the country's first comparison sites for scrap vehicle prices. It works by having the user enter their registration number and postcode to receive instant, free offers from a network of buyers across the UK.

The company states it has paid over £225 million to customers since 2009 and has more than 120 specialist buyers, although other sections of the website mention 130 salvage experts and 450 specialist buyers nationwide. The platform accepts vehicles in any condition, from MOT failures to vehicles in good condition, and also handles commercial vehicles and fleets.

Comparison and handling services

The main service consists of comparing scrap and salvage quotes for a specific vehicle. The company states that buyers guarantee the prices offered, so the amount accepted is the amount finally paid, with no adjustments at the time of collection. Collection is free anywhere in the UK and takes place within 48 hours, on the day and at the time chosen by the customer. Payment is sent directly to the user's bank account.

In addition to comparison, Scrap Car Comparison handles the official paperwork required to deregister the vehicle and works with Authorised Treatment Facilities (ATFs) and government-approved buyers for responsible vehicle recycling. The company also offers guidance for cases such as selling a broken car, a car without an MOT, a written-off vehicle or one for salvage.

Buyer network and nationwide coverage

The platform operates with a network of verified professional buyers. According to published information, all of them have been checked for quality of service and customer satisfaction, and the company states it has met each one personally. The network covers England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, with a presence in cities such as London, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Sheffield, Liverpool, Bristol, Coventry, Nottingham, Bolton, Northampton, Southampton, Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Livingston, Cardiff, Llanelli, Swansea, Bradford, Doncaster, Hull, Stoke on Trent, Tamworth, Walsall and Wolverhampton, among others.

The company describes itself as the only comparison service on the market, in contrast to competitors owned by buyers. Its bespoke quote system allows, according to its presentation, obtaining the best prices for each vehicle.

Charitable commitment and road safety

Scrap Car Comparison maintains a charitable donation line linked to its customers' transactions. The website shows a live counter that has exceeded one million pounds donated to UK charities, with donations that are mostly small amounts, often as little as £1. During the summer, the company partners with Brake, a British charity dedicated to road safety that has been campaigning for safer roads for 30 years.

Guides and resources for users

The site includes guides produced by the in-house team on common scrapping-related topics: how to scrap a car, how to check if a vehicle has been scrapped, how to value a car for scrap, how to scrap a car without a V5C registration certificate, the SORN declaration and the MOT. It also publishes reports such as the Scrap Car Report 2025/26, with statistics on vehicles scrapped in the UK, and the Driving Age Report 2026, on drivers' perceptions by age.

Corporate information

Scrap Car Comparison Limited is a company registered in England and Wales with company number 08472194. Its registered address is in Fareham, Hampshire. The company serves users through its website and a freephone number from most UK phones.

Location and contact

1 Manor Court, 6 Barnes Wallis Road, Fareham, Hampshire, PO15 5TH, United Kingdom · Phone: 03333 44 99 50 · Hours: Monday to Friday: 08:00-19:30; Saturday: 08:00-18:00; Sunday: 09:00-17:00