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What affects value
Eight things that decide what your car is worth
Every valuation, online or face to face, weighs up the same factors. Knowing them helps you understand your figure and improve it.
Age
Most cars lose value fastest in their first few years, then the drop slows down.
Mileage
Higher than average mileage lowers the price; unusually low mileage can raise it.
Service history
A full, stamped history shows the car's been looked after and supports a higher price.
MOT
A long MOT with no advisories reassures buyers. A short or failed MOT costs you.
Condition
Dents, scuffs, kerbed wheels, worn tyres and interior wear all get deducted.
Previous keepers
Fewer keepers usually means a better price, especially on newer cars.
Colour and spec
Popular colours and desirable options sell faster and hold value better.
Demand
Prices move with the market and the season: convertibles in spring, 4x4s in winter.
How online car valuations work
An instant valuation compares your car with recent sales of the same make, model, age and mileage, then adjusts for the condition and history you describe. That's why two cars of the same model can be valued very differently.
The figure you see online is a starting point. If you go ahead and sell, the car is inspected and test driven, and the final offer reflects what the inspector finds. The more accurate your description, the closer the two numbers will be.
Trade, part exchange and private prices
There are really three different values for the same car:
- Private sale price: usually the highest, but you do the advertising, viewings and paperwork, and take on the risk of time-wasters and scams.
- Car buying service price: a trade-based price in exchange for a quick, simple sale and payment by bank transfer.
- Part-exchange price: often the lowest on paper, but convenient if you're buying from the same dealer. Compare the deal as a whole, not just the trade-in figure.
Our guide to part exchange vs private sale explains when each option makes sense.
How to get a better valuation
- Check the MOT history and fix advisories that are cheap to sort out.
- Collect the service book, receipts and both keys.
- Clean the car properly, inside and out, and replace any blown bulbs.
- Think about timing: demand for some cars is seasonal, like convertibles in spring and 4x4s in winter.
- Get more than one figure so you know the market before you decide.
For a deeper dive, read how much is my car worth?
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Car valuation questions
Is an online car valuation free?
Yes. webuyanycar's online valuation is free and there's no obligation to sell. You enter your registration, mileage and some details about the car and its condition.
How accurate is an instant car valuation?
It's based on the details you enter and current market data. If you sell, the car is inspected and the final offer reflects its actual condition, mileage and history, so describe it accurately for the most realistic figure.
Why are trade and private prices different?
Dealers and car buying services need to prepare the car, cover their costs and resell it at a profit, so they pay less than a private buyer would. In return you get a quick, low-hassle sale.
Does mileage affect my car's value?
Yes, it's one of the biggest factors. Valuations compare your mileage with what's typical for the car's age; the UK average is around 7,000 to 7,500 miles a year.
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