Abandoned Vehicles
Welcome to Bromsgrove District Council Abandoned
Vehicles information. Here you will find information on
the types of vehicles Bromsgrove Council class as abandoned
vehicles, what our procedure is to remove abandoned vehicles,
general information why it is important that your vehicle has a
valid tax disc and in a road worthy condition and details of who to
contact if you wanted to retrieve an abandoned vehicle. Bromsgrove
District Council will not remove abandoned vehicles from private
roads or land that is owned by the registered keeper.
What is an abandoned vehicle?
An abandoned vehicle will usually have one or more of
the following characteristics:
- Untaxed
- Unregistered
- Stolen, or Involved with crime
- In an un-roadworthy condition for example flat tyres and
smashed windows or set on fire.
The Authority is requested by law to remove abandoned vehicles
as they are an environmental hazard, represent danger to the
public, create a magnet for crime and blight our communities.
If you would
like to report 
an abandoned vehicle please click on the link provided,
alternatively please contact Bromsgrove District Council Customer Services.
If you wish to report a vehicle that is untaxed please contact
the DVLA Reporting
of unlicensed vehicles on the public highway
On contacting the Council to report an abandoned vehicle
please give as many details as possible such as;
- The make, model; and colour of the vehicle
- The vehicles registration number
- How long the vehicle has been there to your knowledge
- Location of the vehicle (please be as precise as possible)
- The condition of the vehicle
Once Bromsgrove District Council has received a report of an
abandoned vehicle, an officer will assess the vehicle and if
considered abandoned the officer will make the necessary
arrangements for the vehicle to be removed.
It is important that all cars parked within the district display
a valid tax disc to ensure they are registered and insured by the
owner and they are road worthy.
If you have had a vehicle removed please contact Bromsgrove
District Council Customer Services and report at the earliest
opportunity. There will be a fine incurred to retrieve any vehicle
and to retrieve a vehicle you will need;
- Identification
- Driving licence
- Proof of ownership of the vehicle
- Valid documentation to ensure the car is road worthy, for
example a valid tax disc, and MOT certificate
Working towards a cleaner environment and a brighter
future.
