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Failed MOT in Corby? Here is what you can do
You have just collected the car from the test centre with a fail sheet and a quote that is more than the car is worth. It happens to a lot of drivers in Corby, often on a second car or an older runabout that has done its job. If you want to sell your MOT failure in Corby rather than pour money into it, we will buy it as it is.
You do not need to fix anything first, and you do not need a fresh MOT. We give you a price based on the car, collect it for free and pay you by bank transfer when we take it.
Should I repair it or scrap it?
It depends on what failed. Bulbs, wipers and a single tyre are usually worth sorting. Bigger items change the sums:
- Rust on structural parts such as sills, subframes or suspension mounts.
- Gearbox or clutch problems.
- A failing head gasket.
- A list of advisories that has been growing year after year.
If the repair costs more than the car is worth, scrapping is often the sensible choice. Our guide on whether to scrap or repair walks through how to weigh it up.
Can I drive my failed MOT car to you?
We would rather you did not. A car without a valid MOT cannot legally be used on the road except in limited situations, and a car with a dangerous fault must not be driven at all. That is why we collect. Leave the car on your driveway in Beanfield, outside the house in Kingswood or in the test centre car park if they are happy for it to stay, and our truck will come to it.
If the garage that tested it wants the space back, let us know. We collect from garage forecourts and business premises across Corby, including around Oakley Hay and Earlstrees.
How is an MOT failure valued?
A car that has failed its MOT is mostly valued as scrap, so the main factors are its weight and the current scrap metal price. On top of that we look at the make and model, whether it is complete with engine, gearbox, catalytic converter and wheels, whether you have the keys and V5C, and where it is. An MOT failure that still drives and is complete is usually worth more than one stripped of parts.
For a fuller picture, read our MOT failure cost guide, then get your instant price with your reg and postcode. The price stands as long as the car is complete and as described.
Expired MOT and no tax
Some cars in Corby have not seen a test centre for a while. Perhaps the MOT ran out during a long spell off the road and the car has been on SORN on the drive ever since. We buy those too. A car with no MOT and no tax is no problem for us, as we never drive it away.
Once the car is scrapped, it no longer needs a SORN. The Authorised Treatment Facility tells the DVLA, and any full months of tax left are refunded automatically.
What to have ready
| Item | Notes |
|---|---|
| Photo ID | Driving licence or passport |
| Proof of address | A recent bill or bank statement |
| V5C logbook | If you have it; keep the yellow slip |
| Keys | Including any spares |
| MOT fail sheet | Useful for us to see, not required |
Take out your belongings first, and transfer any private plate with the DVLA before we arrive if you want to keep it.
Why not just sell it privately?
You can, but an MOT failure is a hard sell. Buyers on the open market want a car they can drive home, and anyone willing to take on the repairs will expect a low price and may not turn up. Selling to us means one price, one visit and money in your account by bank transfer. The car is also dealt with properly at a licensed treatment facility, so you are not left wondering whether it will turn up on the road again in your name.
Not just MOT failures
If the car will not even start, our non-runner collection in Corby page is more relevant. If it failed because of accident damage, see selling a damaged car in Corby. Drivers just outside town can use our pages for MOT failures in Great Oakley and MOT failures in Priors Hall Park.
Last updated 14 October 2026 by We Buy Scrap Cars Corby.
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Questions people ask
Can I sell a car that has failed its MOT in Corby?
Yes. We buy MOT failures in any condition across Corby, collect them for free and pay by bank transfer on collection.
Do I need to get the car repaired before you buy it?
No. We buy the car exactly as it is, with the faults listed on the fail sheet, so there is no need to spend money on repairs first.
Can you collect my MOT failure from the test centre?
Yes, as long as the garage is happy for the car to stay until we arrive. We collect from garage forecourts and business premises across Corby.
Will you buy a car with an expired MOT and no tax?
Yes. Cars with no MOT, no tax or on SORN are fine, because we collect them on our truck rather than driving them.
Is an MOT failure worth more if it still runs?
Often, yes. A complete car that runs, with keys and V5C, usually gets a better price than one with missing parts. Get your instant price online to see.