Abandoned Vehicles

Abandoned vehicles, including cars, vans and trailers, are removed and disposed of under the Refuse Disposal (Amenity) Act 1978.

An abandoned vehicle is one which might have been left, unused, in one location for several weeks, or in an unroadworthy condition and may not be displaying a valid tax disc.

We aim to respond to all reports of abandoned vehicles within one working day from when we receive the report. If the investigation reveals the vehicle may have been abandoned a statutory notice is fixed to the vehicle. On expiry of this notice the vehicle is then removed for disposal.

The council can recover the costs associated with the disposal of the vehicle from land owners or the owner of the vehicle.

To Report an Abandoned Vehicle

Any reports regarding abandoned vehicles should be passed to the local police who will then investigate whether the vehicle has been involved in a crime.

Should you have difficulty contacting the local police please contact us on 0845 050 4434 alternatively you can report it online using the Feedback and Report It link on the right.