Car Scrap Prices UK Per Ton 2025

Last updated on: November 8, 2025.

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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 2025

Month/YearAverage Car Scrap value Per Tonne (£)
November 2025£130
October 2025£125
September 2025£120
August 2025£125
July 2025£125
June 2025£125
May 2025£120
April 2025£120
March 2025£120
February 2025£120
January 2025£120

What’s the starting price for scrap cars today?

Small Cars

ModelStarting 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

ModelStarting 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

ModelStarting 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
ToyotaExtra 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

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  • 🆓 Free collection – Anywhere in London & Southeast
  • 🚗 All makes and All conditions taken – Ford, BMW, Mercedes, Vauxhall, Audi, Jaguar

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