Abandoned Vehicles
Torfaen County Borough Council will investigate reports of abandoned cars and, if appropriate, arrange the removal of such cars from the highway. They will then investigate whether the vehicle has been abandoned and carry out checks to see whether it has been stolen or involved in an accident. It is illegal to dump a vehicle in the street. The police also have the power to immediately remove any vehicle which is left abandoned and is causing an obstruction or is likely to cause a danger.
If you see an abandoned vehicle please contact us. You will need to provide full details of the vehicle (type, colour, etc.) and its exact location. When you make a call you are likely to be asked for your name and address, this is simply for us to keep a record of calls made by members of the public.
To report an abandoned vehicle, please contact Street Scene on 01633 648404.
How to spot a possible abandoned vehicle?
Vehicles may be classed as abandoned if:
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The tax has expired
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There is a danger to the public because the windows are smashed, the doors are open, wheels are missing etc. or the vehicle has been subject to arson
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The vehicle does not have number plates
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A vehicle you have never seen before has suddenly appeared in your road and no one is claiming it