Last updated:
8th July 2025
Report an abandoned vehicle
We only investigate abandoned vehicles that meet one or more criteria:
- Is untaxed - check vehicle tax online
- Is stationary for 8 weeks or longer
- It is significantly damaged, run down or unroadworthy, for example has missing wheels or broken windows
- It’s burned out
- A number plate is missing
SORN vehicles and vehicles without road tax on a public highway that are not abandoned should be reported to the DVLA.
If a vehicle is causing a major obstruction or serious danger, please report it to the police on 101.
Vehicles should not be reported as abandoned to resolve parking issues or a neighbourhood dispute.
