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Has your vehicle been removed?

This page is here to help you find your vehicle and arrange its release. Please read each step.

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    Check where it is.

    In London, you can find out whether your vehicle has been removed and where it's held by contacting TRACE: trace.london or call 0300 077 0100. Have your vehicle registration number to hand.

    If your vehicle was removed for no tax, the DVLA is the seizing authority. Contact the DVLA Seized Vehicles helpline on 0300 790 6802 or visit gov.uk/get-a-clamped-or-impounded-vehicle-released.

    If your vehicle was removed for being abandoned, your local council or police is responsible. You can find out more via the Metropolitan Police seized vehicle page.

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    Why vehicles are removed.

    Vehicles may be removed when, for example, they are untaxed, abandoned, causing an obstruction or danger, or where removal has been authorised by the relevant authority. We only ever remove a vehicle on the authorisation of an authorised officer.

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    Releasing your vehicle.

    If your vehicle was removed from the public highway because it was without valid road tax, you will have to arrange payment for the release of your vehicle.

    Please telephone 020 8803 0834 between 8am and 5pm Monday – Friday.

    Release fees:

    • Within 24 hours: £100 release fee + £160 surety, or show confirmation or a receipt to prove you've paid your vehicle tax.
    • After 24 hours: £200 release fee + £160 surety, or show confirmation or a receipt to prove you've paid your vehicle tax.
    • Vehicle storage: £21 per day.

    Payment can be made only with a debit/credit card.

    Proof of identity required:

    • Driver's License or Valid Passport
    • V5 Registration Document
    • Utility Bill

    Location:

    Vehicle Pound
    Jeffreys Road
    Enfield
    EN3 7UA

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    Need to speak to someone?

    Tel: 020 8803 0834

    Opening Times: 8am and 5pm Monday – Friday.