Taxis and private hire vehicles lead hard lives, accumulating huge mileages in demanding stop-start conditions. When your licensed vehicle reaches end-of-life, our car scrapping service handles the disposal including all the additional considerations that apply to former taxis.
Taxi-Specific Considerations
Before scrapping a licensed taxi, you should notify your local licensing authority that the vehicle is being taken off the road. Remove or obscure any taxi plates, livery, or company branding. Our collection drivers can assist with plate removal on collection day if needed.
Meter and Equipment Removal
Taxi meters, card payment terminals, CCTV equipment, and communication devices should ideally be removed before scrapping, as these may belong to a taxi company or network rather than you personally. Our car dismantlers can remove and return equipment if you are unable to do so beforehand.
High Mileage Does Not Mean Low Value
Taxis often have high mileages but are generally well-maintained mechanically. Diesel engines from taxi-spec vehicles can still have good resale value through our used car parts service, particularly popular taxi models like the Skoda Octavia, Toyota Prius, and Mercedes Vito. Our auto breakers assess every taxi individually.
London-Style Black Cabs
Purpose-built taxis such as the LTI TX series and LEVC TX are specialist vehicles with unique parts that are always in demand. Our breakers yard stocks black cab components and can often offer enhanced quotes for these vehicles due to their parts value.
Quick Turnaround
Taxi operators often need quick turnaround to minimise downtime and licensing costs. We offer same-day collection across Scotland with instant payment, so you can reinvest in a replacement vehicle immediately.
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