Abandoned vehicles
Our enforcement officers inspect reported abandoned vehicles and those found during patrols.
We can investigate if:
- a vehicle has not moved for at least 2 weeks
- a number plate is missing
- the vehicle’s physical condition represents a danger to the public
We can't investigate:
- taxed vehicles
- badly parked vehicles
Report an abandoned vehicle
You can report an abandoned vehicle online.
Before you start
We will need:
- vehicle registration
- make, model, and colour
- location of the vehicle
- your details
Check if the vehicle is taxed and has an MOT before you report it to us. If the vehicle is not taxed, report it at GOV.UK.
The vehicle needs to have been stationary for 2 weeks.
To help investigations, we may ask for a statement to confirm how long the vehicle has been abandoned.