ScrapMyCar.org
UK scrap car guides & recycling info
New site in development

ScrapMyCar.org is launching soon.

A simple, trustworthy place to learn how scrapping a car works in the UK — from paperwork and ATFs to pricing and collections.

GuidesStep-by-step scrapping help
RecyclingWhat happens to your car
InsightsScrap price & market basics
Our goal: make scrapping a car clear, legal, and hassle-free — and help you avoid common mistakes and scams.

What ScrapMyCar.org will contain

We’re building a clean set of evergreen resources, organised by topic:

How scrapping works ATFs & legality DVLA / paperwork Collections & logistics Scrap price basics Environmental impact Avoiding scams

Example articles

  • How to scrap a car in the UK (step-by-step)
  • What is an Authorised Treatment Facility (ATF)?
  • Certificate of Destruction: what it is & why it matters
  • What paperwork you need before collection
  • How scrap car prices are calculated (weight, metals, parts)
  • How to spot and avoid scrap car scams

Tip: bookmark this page — it will become the homepage once content is live.

For drivers (consumer guides)

  • Clear steps to scrap safely and legally
  • What to do with your V5C / logbook
  • Collection checklists (what to prepare)
  • Common questions answered in plain English

For ATFs & recyclers

  • Explainers on compliance and best practices
  • How we verify authorised operators (where possible)
  • Opportunities for partnerships & directory features
  • (Optional) educational pages for customers you serve

Data & price insights

We’ll publish easy-to-understand insights about scrap pricing and market movements (without the fluff).

  • How kerb weight affects scrap value
  • Why location matters (collection costs & regional demand)
  • What makes a car “worth more” to scrap (parts vs weight)
  • Simple periodic updates (monthly/quarterly)

Roadmap

  • Launch: core guides + FAQ hub
  • Add: ATF explainers + paperwork library
  • Add: pricing insights + regional pages
  • Future: tools & calculators

Contact / Partnerships

If you’re an ATF / recycler, journalist, or partner and want to collaborate, get in touch.

Email: hello@scrapmycar.org (change this to your real address)

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