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Report an abandoned vehicle
An untaxed, dumped or clearly abandoned vehicle on your street is something your council can investigate and remove. Photograph it with StreetReport and we send the report, with the exact location, to the council responsible for the area.
Report anywhere in the UK
Wherever you are, we find the right council
You do not have to be at home, and you do not have to know who is responsible. Spotted something on a trip, your commute, or while visiting another part of the country? StreetReport uses the location of your photo to send the report to the correct council, whether that is your own county or a neighbouring one.
- Report in your own town, county or anywhere you happen to be
- No working out which council, district or highways team is responsible
- The exact GPS location travels with every report
- One flow for every issue: photo, confirm, submit
What counts
What you can report
Vehicles left untaxed or without number plates
Cars that have not moved for weeks and are deteriorating
Dumped or burnt-out vehicles
Vehicles blocking a road, verge or footpath long term
Abandoned vehicles are usually dealt with by the district, borough or unitary council for the area, who can investigate ownership and arrange removal. StreetReport identifies the right council from the location of your photo. It helps to include the number plate and any distinguishing details in the report note.
Effortless
How it works
Take a photo
Snap the issue. The app reads the location automatically.
Confirm
We fill in the category and address. Adjust if you need to.
Submit
It goes to the right council, and you get updates as they act.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
How do I report an abandoned vehicle?
Take a photo of the vehicle in StreetReport, add the number plate in the note if you can read it, confirm the location, and submit. The report goes to the council that handles abandoned vehicles for that area.
When is a vehicle considered abandoned?
Councils look at signs such as no valid tax, missing or false number plates, a lack of movement over time, flat tyres, significant damage, or being filled with rubbish. You do not have to make the legal judgement yourself, just report what you can see and the council will investigate.
What details should I include?
A clear photo, the number plate if visible, the make, model and colour, and exactly where it is. StreetReport already attaches the precise location, so a short note about the plate and condition is usually enough.
Who removes abandoned vehicles?
The local council investigates and, where appropriate, arranges removal. StreetReport makes sure your report reaches the right authority and notifies you as the status changes.