The value of used vehicles being sold at auction by businesses could, quite literally, be wasting away, according to BCA (British Car Auctions), UK vehicle auction company. The company has issued a warning to commercial vehicle sellers to be extra-vigilant over the growing issue of waste being left in commercial vehicles.

With the Landfill Regulations 2002 (England and Wales) legislation introduced from 30th October on disposal and sorting of waste, there are potentially serious financial implications for everyone involved in selling vans. When waste is left in vehicles, there are costs for waste removal, decontamination and hazardous waste handling. As of 30th October all landfill has to be separated into glass, textiles and plastics. Hazardous waste such as paint, solvents and even oily rags have to be safely and separately disposed of.

BCA’s Duncan Ward commented “Increasing legislation and corporate responsibility issues mean businesses must be aware of the condition their vehicles are in at the end of their working life.”

He continued “We are seeing increasing instances where waste such as batteries, concrete, building rubble, rubber tyres and wood are left in vehicles. The costs of disposals can range from £75 for a small load to upwards of £250 for large loads. For hazardous waste the costs can escalate again as they have to be handled and disposed of according to strict Health & Safety guidelines.”

Posted: 11|21|07 at 1:07 pm. Filed under: Auction News.