Report an abandoned vehicle
Who you can report an abandoned vehicle to depends on the situation.
Report a dangerous abandoned vehicle
Contact the police on 101 if a vehicle:
- Has been abandoned dangerously
- Is obstructing the highway
Report other abandoned vehicles
If you suspect a vehicle is abandoned, check if the vehicle is taxed or has an MOT.
- If the vehicle is not taxed: please report it directly and anonymously to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA). Report an untaxed vehicle to the DVLA
- If the vehicle has no MOT: please report it to the police on 101.
- If you still suspect a vehicle is abandoned, you can report it to us. Report an abandoned vehicle