Abandoned vehicles

An abandoned vehicle is one 'which appears to have been left without lawful authority'.

This could be the case if it's:

• Stationary for 15 days or more – tyre valve positions could indicate if the vehicle has moved
• Burned out
• Missing both number plates

Our responsibility for abandoned vehicles

Before you report an abandoned vehicle, please check

• If the vehicle is taxed or MOT’d or SORN’d 
• If the vehicle is not taxed report it on the Gov UK website
• If the vehicle has no MOT and is being used on the road or causing an obstruction report it to the police 
• If the vehicle is parked illegally report it by calling parking services on 01253 476395

Be aware that we cannot help with:

• Vehicles that are taxed or MOT’d or SORN’d or insured
• Vehicles reported to DVLA for expired tax, please allow DVLA time to resolve
• Vehicles that have a registered keeper
• Vehicles on private land
• Vehicles that have been involved in an accident
• Stolen vehicles

Report an abandoned vehicle

Check to establish if the vehicle is taxed, MOT’d, SORN’d or insured before you contact Environmental Services.You'll need to provide details of:

• Vehicle location
• Vehicle type (car, van, caravan, motorbike)
• Vehicle make and model
• Vehicle colour
• Vehicle registration number
• Your name, address and contact telephone number (in case we need to check any details)