Abandoned Vehicles

We can remove abandoned vehicles from private and public land. An abandoned vehicle can be anything with a motorised engine and wheels, with the exception of trailers and caravans. If you want to make a report call 0115 901 3621 or email waste@gedling.gov.uk. You can also use our online form. Please check on the list below to see if the vehicle is abandoned before calling us.

• What defines an abandoned vehicle?
• How to make a report

What defines an abandoned vehicle?

• If there is no tax disc or it is past the expiry date
• If there are no number plates
• If the tyres are flat or if the wheels have been removed
• If the windscreen is broken
• If there is any mould or litter on or around the vehicle indicating it has not been moved for some time
• If the vehicle has been vandalised
• If the vehicle has suddenly appeared and no one is claiming ownership

What is NOT an Abandoned Vehicle?

• Badly parked/obstructive untaxed vehicles – these should be reported to the Police as we do not have the powers to remove them
• Untaxed vehicles, which are being used or repaired on the public highway – these should be reported to the DVLA through the Direct Gov website (External site)
• Un-roadworthy vehicles which are being used or repaired on the public highway – these should be reported to the Police.

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How to make a report

When making a report we will need as much of the following information as possible:

• Vehicle type, colour and registration number
• If the vehicle is taxed
• Location of the vehicle
• Name of the owner (if known)
• If the vehicle is on private or public land (if known)
• Condition of the vehicle e.g. is it burnt out, badly damaged
• If anyone has been back to the vehicle

Once reported, an inspector will visit the vehicle to assess if it has been abandoned, including checks with the police. We aim to remove the vehicle from public land in 24 working hours once it has been inspected. We can only move abandoned vehicles from private land with the permission of the land owner and may serve a 15 day notice on the occupier. Depending on the condition of the vehicle it will be destroyed or stored. Do not touch or move the vehicle yourself as it can be dangerous or used as evidence in a police case.

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