21 November 2008


What is an abandoned vehicle?


 

  • Any motor vehicle or part of a motor vehicle in any state of repair or road-worthiness may be an abandoned vehicle.
  • A vehicle which is only untaxed – this should be reported to the DVLA
  • A vehicle only causing an obstruction – This should be reported to the police
  • A vehicle on private land without the land owner's consent
  • An illegally parked vehicle - This should be reported to the police
  • Vehicle is in the same place for a minimum of two weeks
    Vehicle is not drivable
  • Open doors, smashed windows, open bonnet, missing parts, flat tyres
  • Missing registration plates