A little preparation goes a long way.

Your car-selling guide

From the first photographs to the final handover, here is what to have ready.

A straightforward start.

Gather the details below before opening the seller form. Accurate information helps a dealer assess your car and reduces surprises later.

Go to the checklist

Describe it honestly

Include the current mileage, service history, key count, warning lights, faults and known damage.

Show the whole car

Photograph the front, rear, both sides, interior and dashboard or damage in good light. Avoid faces, documents and addresses.

Compare the conditions

Look beyond the headline price. Check expiry, inspection, transport costs and payment arrangements.

Your preparation list

Ready when you are.

Tick these as you prepare. Ticks stay on this page only and are not saved or sent.

Registration, make, model and yearCurrent mileage and full vehicle postcodeService history and number of keysKnown damage, faults and warning lightsConfirmation of ownership and no outstanding financeClear vehicle photos, if you want to include themQuestions about inspection, collection and payment

Keep the right documents for handover.

Have your vehicle records available for the buyer’s checks. Do not upload identity documents, bank details or the V5C reference number to your enquiry.

After a sale, follow the official DVLA instructions. If you want to keep a personalised registration, check what you need to do before selling.

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