Welcome to the Vehicle Recyclers Association

the trade body for vehicle recycling professionals

Spare Parts

The use of second hand vehicle parts is as old as the motor car itself, and is probably the single greatest success story in the reuse/ recycling of any consumer product. Apart from saving you money & creating employment in the UK, it has enormous environmental benefits.

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Sell or Scrap a Vehicle

Selling your vehicle to someone advertising in a local newspaper or on the Internet, especially if they have no premises & operate with just a mobile number, is fraught with risk. Chances are they are illegal. To avoid fines for speeding, parking or tax offences, only use VRA members.

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Buy a Damaged Vehicle

Buying salvage can be a great way to save money, & get the vehicle you want for a fraction of forecourt prices. But to make the most of it you need to understand exactly what you’re doing; in particular, what to avoid.

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About the VRA

VRA represents the interests of members to Government, other industry sectors & consumers. It provides advice & guidance to members, and encourages professionalism in order to give confidence to ‘consumers’ that its members are operating legally & that they meet certain standards

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Welcome to the VEHICLE RECYCLERS' ASSOCIATION, the trade body for vehicle recycling professionals

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Representing the interests of vehicle recycling professionals since 1943

The Vehicle Recyclers' Association (formerly known as the Motor Vehicle Dismantlers' Association - MVDA) was formed in 1943, and has been representing the interests of UK vehicle recyclers ever since.  Our members, many of which are older than the Association itself, are spread throughout the UK - England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland - and were quietly going about their business of recycling motor vehicles long before the term 'circular economy' became trendy.

Latest News

  • EA PROPOSALS FOR WASTE CRIME: DEADLINE APPROACHING!

    15/01/2025

    This consultation closes on 20 January 2025. VRA has submitted our response this afternoon. I would encourage all VRA members to submit responses, individually. It really easy to do. I have enclosed the details of the VRA response, & you are welcome to ‘cut & paste’ as appropriate. SUMMARY OF VRA PROPOSED RESPONSE/ There are 3 basic proposals around permitting charges that are relevant to us. Overall, we are sympathetic to the principle of these proposals. BUT in practice...

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  • FOR SALE - FULLY REFURBISHED SEDA DEPOLLUTION RIGS

    14/01/2025

    1. SEDA EASY DRAIN https://www.seda-international.com/gb/portfolio/easydrain/ 2. SEDA MDS2 PLATFORM DRAINLIFT https://www.seda-international.com/gb/portfolio/seda-mds2-platform-drainlift/ Refer to enclosed pdf leaflet for details. For more information please contact: Tony Peacock, 01202 980 900, 07502 023859, tony@seda-environmental.co.uk SEDA-Environmental UK Ltd, www.seda-environmental.co.uk

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  • EBAY-FACEBOOK PILOT

    10/01/2025

    Meta Platforms Inc. said it is rolling out a new test that will integrate listings from eBay directly on Facebook Marketplace. This initiative will initially launch in Germany, France, and the U.S. Through this collaboration, eBay sellers will gain access to a wider audience on Facebook, while Marketplace users will have the opportunity to explore an expanded selection of products from eBay’s vast network. Transactions will still be completed through eBay...

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