The main factors that set the price
Make and model matter most. A three-year-old German saloon with a blown turbo is worth far more than a fifteen-year-old supermini with the same fault, because the parts have real resale value and the car has remaining life once repaired.
Mileage, service history, and the salvage category (if any) then adjust the figure up or down. A clean, low-mileage car with a single mechanical fault sits at the top of the range.
Repairable vs. parts-only
If the repair cost is less than the car's post-repair value, buyers price it as a repairable vehicle — that's the best outcome for you. If the repair outstrips the value, it's priced on parts and scrap, which is lower but still real cash.
This is why entering your exact registration and mileage gives a far more accurate figure than a generic scrap estimate.
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Frequently asked questions
Is a non-runner worth more than scrap value?
Almost always, yes. Scrap value only counts the metal — a non-runner buyer also pays for reusable parts and any remaining life in the vehicle, so you typically get more than a scrapyard would offer.
Does mileage affect a non-runner's value?
Yes. Lower mileage means more remaining life and more valuable parts, which lifts the offer. Very high mileage reduces it.
