What to do if your vehicle is scrapped or written off? The DVLA (Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency) requires notification from the owner of a vehicle that has been scrapped or sold as scrap. The notification must be made within 4 weeks of scrapping or selling the vehicle. This article explains the procedures for making this notification. Why Do I have to inform the DVLA when I scrap my car? One of the requirements for scrapped cars is to notify the DVLA. There are a few reasons for this. Firstly, there may be outstanding tax or duty to pay on the vehicle. If you fail to declare your vehicle in the 'Offer for Sale' section of your V5C log book, you may face a fine of up to £1,000 with additional penalties possible. Secondly, informing the DVLA ensures that the vehicle is removed from the road and registered as scrapped, preventing it from being used illegally. Finally, it allows the DVLA to update their records and avoid sending you any future correspondence relating to the vehicle. So, while it may seem like an unnecessary step, informing the DVLA when you scrap your car is actually a legal requirement. How do I notify DVLA that my car has been scrapped? Notify DVLA Online Notifying the DVLA about a vehicle that has been scrapped is simple and can be done entirely online. The website provides a clear and concise form that only requires a few pieces of information from the vehicle owner. These include the name and address of the scrapyard or insurance company (if you have insurance write offs), the vehicle registration number, and the V5C logbook. The 11-digit reference number from the V5 logbook is also required; this can be found in section four if the logbook was issued after April 2019 or section nine if it was issued before April 2019. With these details entered into the form, the registered keeper can submit it and know that the DVLA has been properly notified about the vehicle's status. Inform DVLA By post When you scrap your vehicle via a scrapping facility, you need to inform the DVLA by filling out section 4 of your vehicle registration document, known as the V5C logbook. If your vehicle was registered before April 2019, you'll need to fill out section 9 of the logbook. You'll need to include the name and address of the scrapyard. Once you've posted it, the DVLA will send you a confirmation letter within four weeks. You can find the DVLA's address below. DVLA Swansea SA99 1BA