Current scrap car prices in the UK range from around £250 to £500 (T&C apply). Scrap prices in the UK aren’t skyrocketing, but they’re not plummeting either.
We check your car’s true value, while other dealers pay for the metal. Get paid more for its condition and mileage, ensuring you get the Best Price for what your car is actually worth.
⚡ Our Price for Low-mileage Cars under 10 years start at £500. Get your Free valuation!
Current UK Scrap Car Price Trends 2026
| Month/Year | Average Car Scrap value Per Tonne (£) |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | £130 |
| December 2025 | £130 |
| November 2025 | £125 |
| October 2025 | £125 |
| September 2025 | £120 |
| August 2025 | £125 |
| July 2025 | £125 |
| June 2025 | £125 |
How much my scrap car is worth?
Select your car’s Make and Model below:
What’s the starting price for scrap cars today?
Small Cars
| Model | Average Scrap Price |
|---|---|
| Ford Fiesta | £250 |
| Lexus | £500 |
| Vauxhall Corsa | £250 |
| Volkswagen Polo | £250 |
| Toyota Yaris | £250 |
| MINI Hatch (3/5 door) | £250 |
| Hyundai i10 | £250 |
| Kia Picanto | £250 |
Medium Cars
| Model | Average Scrap Price |
|---|---|
| Volkswagen Golf | £300 |
| Ford Focus | £300 |
| Vauxhall Astra | £300 |
| Toyota Corolla | £300 |
| Skoda Octavia | £300 |
| Peugeot 308 | £300 |
| Honda Civic | £300 |
| Hyundai i30 | £300 |
Large Cars / SUVs
| Model | Average Scrap Price |
|---|---|
| Nissan Qashqai | £350 |
| Kia Sportage | £350 |
| Hyundai Tucson | £350 |
| BMW X1 | £350 |
| Mercedes-Benz GLA | £350 |
| Renault Kadjar | £350 |
Car Take Back offers for Selected Car Brands
Looking to scrap your Lexus, Toyota, Jaguar or Mercedes? We offer exclusive high-value payouts for selected makes — especially petrol models, low-mileage cars, or those under 10 years old.
✅ Lexus – Scrap value up to £1,000
✅ Toyota – Extra payout for well-maintained hybrids and petrol cars
✅ Jaguar – Premium rates for XF, XE and XJ models
✅ Mercedes-Benz (Petrol) – Top prices paid for Mercedes A-Class, C-Class and E-Class
✅ Other Makes – Best Value in London guaranteed if under 10 years old and mileage is low
Scrap My Car – the best scrap car quote
Why Us?
- 🏆 London’s Top Scrap Car Buyer for over 12+ years
- 💷 Best Scrap Car Prices
- ✅ Same-day payment – Bank transfer when we collect
- 🗎 DVLA-approved – Legal Certificate of Destruction
- 🆓 Free collection – Anywhere in London & Southeast
- 🚗 All makes and All conditions taken – Ford, BMW, Mercedes, Vauxhall, Audi, Jaguar
Best Scrap Car Prices Near Me
We pay top prices in:
- London (South, East, North, West)
- Kent (Dartford, Maidstone, Canterbury)
- Essex (Chelmsford, Basildon, Southend)
- Surrey (Guildford, Woking, Epsom)
- Hertfordshire (Stevenage, St Albans, Watford)
- East Sussex
- West Sussex
- Cambridgeshire
