Cars & Transport guide

Sell a car privately and safely

Price, advertise and sell your car privately without getting scammed, and complete the V5C and DVLA paperwork so you are no longer liable.

Estimated time: 1–3 weeks from advert to saleUpdated: 28 September 2026

Use this guide when you want a better price than a trade-in or dealer offer. Have the V5C logbook, service history, MOT history, spare keys and any receipts for work done ready.

Step by step

  1. Get the paperwork together

    Gather the V5C logbook, service book and invoices, and both sets of keys. Check the MOT history on GOV.UK so you can answer questions honestly. If there is outstanding finance on the car, settle it with the lender before selling, as you may not own it outright.

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