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How much is a Honda worth for scrap in 2026?

A Honda Jazz is worth GBP 120 to GBP 260 for scrap. A Honda Civic is worth GBP 140 to GBP 310 for scrap. A Honda CR-V is worth GBP 175 to GBP 370 for scrap. Honda scrap values are calculated on vehicle weight — the CR-V and Accord return the strongest prices. Condition, MOT status, and faults including a failed IMA hybrid battery or diesel injector issue do not reduce the scrap price. Every Honda is accepted as-is.
The Honda Civic is the most scrapped Honda in the UK, accounting for 45% of all Honda scraps, followed by the Jazz at 21% and the CR-V at 18% (ScrapCarComparison data). Whether your Jazz is showing the IMA hybrid battery fault code P1449 and the assist system has cut out, your CR-V 2.2 i-DTEC has logged fault code P2146 and will not start, or your Civic has simply reached the age where repair costs no longer make economic sense, Scrap a Vehicle buys every Honda at a guaranteed price based on the vehicle’s weight. Honda Civic Type R models — EP3, FN2, and FK8 — are assessed for the salvage premium at the same time as the scrap price, ensuring you receive the higher of the two values automatically.

Why Do Honda Owners Scrap Their Cars?

Hondas are scrapped most often due to: Honda Jazz and Civic Hybrid IMA battery module deterioration (fault code P1449, IMA warning light, hybrid assist lost), Honda CR-V 2.2 i-DTEC injector driver ECU failure (fault code P2146, sudden non-start), Honda Civic i-Shift clutch actuator failure (fault code P0810, no gear selection), high-mileage Civic and Accord automatic transmission failure, and accumulated age-related faults making repair uneconomic on high-mileage examples. Honda is consistently ranked among the most reliable mainstream brands, so most Hondas that are scrapped have covered genuinely high mileage — the most scrapped year for Honda in the UK is 2006, consistent with above-average longevity.

Honda Jazz and Civic Hybrid IMA Battery Failure

Fault Code P1449

The Honda Jazz and Honda Civic hybrid models use Honda’s IMA (Integrated Motor Assist) system, which pairs a conventional petrol engine with a nickel-metal hydride high-voltage battery pack and electric motor. The IMA battery module deteriorates progressively with age and cycle count. When the battery capacity falls below Honda’s specified threshold, the Battery Condition Monitor (BCM) logs fault code P1449 (Battery Module Deterioration). The IMA warning light illuminates, the hybrid assist and regenerative braking are disabled, and the car continues to operate on petrol only but with reduced fuel economy. IMA battery replacement at a Honda dealership costs GBP 1,500 to GBP 2,500 for the battery module alone, plus fitting. Specialist independent hybrid garages can supply reconditioned or rebalanced battery packs for GBP 400 to GBP 900. On a Honda Jazz worth GBP 500 to GBP 2,500 or a first-generation Civic Hybrid worth GBP 600 to GBP 3,000, the dealer repair cost is frequently uneconomic. A Honda Jazz with a failed IMA battery but a running petrol engine is often accepted by salvage buyers who can carry out the battery repair — enter your reg and the system will price both routes simultaneously.

Honda CR-V 2.2 i-DTEC

Injector Driver Fault Code P2146

The Honda CR-V fitted with the 2.2 litre i-DTEC diesel engine (2007-2012, engine code N22B2) is subject to a known ECU injector driver failure. The fault presents suddenly: the CR-V enters limp mode while driving, then cuts out and will not restart. When scanned, fault code P2146 (Fuel Injector Group Supply Voltage Circuit/Open) is logged across all four injectors simultaneously. The cause is typically not all four injectors failing at once — it is the ECU injector driver circuit losing voltage supply, which triggers the P2146 code on all channels. The correct diagnosis distinguishes between a wiring harness fault, a failed injector driver module, or a corrupted ECU. ECU replacement or specialist rebuild costs GBP 500 to GBP 1,200. On a Honda CR-V worth GBP 1,500 to GBP 5,000, this repair is sometimes economic. However, a non-starting CR-V with P2146 and unknown root cause is frequently scrapped by owners who do not want to invest in diagnosis before knowing the actual repair cost. The CR-V’s weight means a strong scrap return even from a non-runner.

Honda Civic i-Shift Clutch Actuator Failure

Fault Code P0810

The Honda Civic sixth generation (2001-2005) offered the i-Shift automated manual gearbox as an option. The i-Shift uses a conventional manual gearbox with an electro-hydraulic clutch actuator that replaces the clutch pedal. The clutch actuator is a known failure point. When it fails, fault code P0810 (Clutch Position Problem) is stored, gear selection is prevented, and the vehicle may refuse to start. Clutch actuator replacement costs GBP 400 to GBP 800. On a 2001 to 2005 Civic worth GBP 500 to GBP 2,500, this is often uneconomic when combined with high mileage.

High-Mileage Automatic Transmission Failure

Honda’s automatic transmissions across the Accord, CR-V, and Civic ranges are well-regarded at moderate mileage. However, on high-mileage examples — particularly the 5-speed automatic in Accord and CR-V models — transmission shudder, slipping, and selector solenoid faults become increasingly common beyond 120,000 miles. Automatic transmission rebuild costs GBP 1,200 to GBP 2,500 or GBP 700 to GBP 1,500 for a used replacement unit. On high-mileage Accord and CR-V models, this cost against low residual value makes scrapping the logical outcome.

Honda's Above-Average Reliability

What It Means for Scrap

Honda is consistently ranked among the most reliable mainstream car brands by What Car?, Auto Express, and Reliability Index surveys. This is reflected in the UK scrap data: the most scrapped Honda year is 2006 — suggesting that most Hondas reaching the scrapping threshold are 18 to 20 years old, compared to the UK average of 14 to 15 years. Honda’s reliability advantage means owners typically receive more years and miles from their cars before scrapping becomes necessary. It also means the Civic, Jazz, and CR-V often reach scrap in good structural condition, making the salvage assessment more likely to return a premium above the weight-based scrap price.

Honda Scrap and Salvage Prices by Model

Updated: February 2026

Honda scrap values range from GBP 100 for a small Jazz or Logo to GBP 390 for a CR-V or Ridgeline in early 2026. Honda’s vehicles are lighter than average compared to German or British SUV competitors, but the density of usable components on well-maintained high-mileage Hondas means salvage premiums are frequently substantial. The Civic Type R in EP3, FN2, and FK8 generations almost always returns more for salvage than scrap — the K20 and K20C1 engines have very high demand from the tuning and motorsport aftermarket.

Model

Weight kg

Scrap GBP

Salvage GBP

Key Value Driver

Jazz (GD1/GE6/GK5, 2002-present)

1,050-1,220

100-220

180-420

Most scrapped Honda after Civic (21%). Hybrid (IMA P1449) models: salvage for battery repair often viable. GK5 1.5 i-VTEC Sport with running engine has strong used market demand.

Civic (EP3/FN/FK, 2001-present)

1,210-1,440

140-310

250-600+

45% of all Honda scraps -- most scrapped Honda in UK. Type R (EP3 K20A2 / FN2 K20Z4 / FK8 K20C1) nearly always worth more for salvage. i-Shift P0810 fault common scrap trigger on 01-05 models.

CR-V (RD / RE / RM / RW, 2002-present)

1,540-1,850

175-370

310-750

18% of all Honda scraps. 2.2 i-DTEC (N22B2) P2146 ECU fault main diesel scrap trigger. CR-V is heaviest mainstream Honda -- best weight-based scrap return. Running engine models worth significantly more for salvage.

Accord (CL / CM / CU, 2003-2015)

1,460-1,680

160-330

280-680

Automatic transmission failure and diesel injector faults main scrap triggers on high-mileage examples. Accord Type R (EP3-era H22A7 engine) extremely rare -- near-always salvage.

HR-V / Vezel (2016-present)

1,280-1,480

140-280

240-580

Newer HR-V (2022+) rarely reaches scrap. 2016-2022 petrol models with running engine have good used demand. E:HEV hybrid version: IMA-style hybrid battery assessment needed before scrapping.

FR-V / Stream (2004-2014)

1,380-1,560

145-290

220-460

Six-seat MPV niche. High-mileage FR-V automatic transmission faults common scrap trigger. FR-V diesel (N22A1) similar fault profile to CR-V diesel.

Legend / NSX / Insight (various)

1,160-1,850

130-380

300-4,000+

NSX (first gen NA1/NA2) and second gen NC1: extreme salvage premium, almost never scrapped. First-gen Insight (ZE1): low weight, high IMA fault rate. Legend: V6 engine parts have niche demand.

Pilot / Ridgeline / Element (import)

1,720-2,280

200-430

350-900+

USDM imports -- heavier than European Honda range, stronger scrap return. Ridgeline pickup body parts rare in UK -- good salvage premium. JDM imports (Stepwgn, Odyssey, Elysion): niche salvage demand.

Market Insight:

Prices are indicative for early 2026 and vary with live steel, aluminium, and catalytic converter precious metal rates. Honda’s catalyst systems — particularly on VTEC petrol engines — contain rhodium, palladium, and platinum. Higher catalytic converter values are reflected in the weight-based quote automatically. Your guaranteed quoted price is paid in full on collection day.

Should You Scrap Your Honda or Sell It for Salvage?

Updated: February 2026

Scrap a Honda when the CR-V 2.2 i-DTEC has a confirmed ECU failure with P2146 and the repair cost exceeds the vehicle’s value, when the Jazz or Civic Hybrid IMA battery has failed and Honda dealer replacement cost is uneconomic against low residual value, or when a high-mileage Civic or Accord has automatic transmission failure. Sell for salvage when the engine runs and the car is in reasonable structural condition — Honda’s reputation for longevity means used Honda parts have strong demand. Civic Type R models in any generation and any condition are nearly always worth more for salvage than scrap.

Scrap is the right choice when...

Salvage pays more when...

CR-V 2.2 i-DTEC with P2146 -- confirmed ECU injector driver failure, repair uneconomic

CR-V 2.2 i-DTEC with P2146 but engine history clean -- specialist buyer may repair ECU for GBP 500

Jazz or Civic Hybrid with P1449 IMA failure -- dealer battery cost GBP 1,500-2,500 vs GBP 500-1,500 car value

Jazz or Civic Hybrid with P1449 but otherwise excellent condition -- salvage buyer replaces battery economically

High-mileage Accord or CR-V automatic transmission failure -- GBP 1,200-2,500 rebuild cost

Any Honda Civic Type R (EP3, FN2, FK8) in any condition -- K20/K20C1 parts demand always high

Category B insurance write-off (crush-only designation)

Any running Civic, Accord, or CR-V regardless of age -- Honda reliability reputation sustains used parts demand

Fire or flood damage throughout vehicle

First-gen NSX (NA1 C30A / NA2 C32B engine) or second-gen NSX (NC1 3.5 V6 twin-turbo) -- extreme salvage premium

Civic i-Shift (P0810) with multiple additional age faults on a 200k+ mile car

Low-mileage Civic i-Shift with P0810 only -- clutch actuator is single repair to return to full operation

Market Insight:

Enter your reg. The system prices both scrap and salvage routes simultaneously and returns the higher value automatically. You do not need to decide in advance — the system does this for you. If your Honda is subject to a hire purchase or PCP finance agreement, the finance company holds legal title until the balance is settled in full. You cannot legally scrap or sell the vehicle while outstanding finance remains. Obtain a written settlement figure, pay it in full, and receive written confirmation before booking collection.

Scrap or Salvage?

Scrap a Honda when the 1.0 EcoBoost wet belt has failed, the 1.6 TDCi timing belt has snapped, or the car is a Category B write-off. Sell for salvage when the engine runs and the fault is mechanical, electrical, or cosmetic. Focus ST and Mustang models should always be assessed for salvage.

Scrap It When...

Salvage Pays More When...

Enter your reg. The system simultaneously prices both scrap and salvage routes and presents the higher value.

Important: Finance

If your Honda is subject to a hire purchase or PCP finance agreement, the finance company holds legal title. You cannot legally scrap or sell the vehicle until the outstanding finance is settled.

Is There a Honda Scrappage Scheme in 2026?

No. Honda has never had a standalone manufacturer scrappage scheme. Honda participated in the UK Government’s 2009 national scheme — the GBP 2,000 incentive was available toward a new Honda under that programme. No Honda manufacturer scheme has existed before or since. Honda closed its UK manufacturing plant in Swindon in March 2021. Honda cars are now imported from Japan and Thailand. Honda UK has not announced any scrappage or trade-in incentive programme for 2026. Location-based clean air zone schemes in London, Birmingham, and Scotland remain available to eligible owners of non-compliant Hondas.

Honda is the second brand in this series — alongside Land Rover — that has never run its own standalone scrappage scheme. Honda’s reasoning is consistent with its brand positioning: Honda does not compete in the high-volume budget segment where scrappage incentives have the most commercial impact.

Honda’s UK volume was concentrated in the Civic, Jazz, and CR-V — models which, given Honda’s reliability reputation, were less likely to reach end-of-life quickly enough to benefit from a scrappage push.
Honda’s UK manufacturing story is a significant context for this page. The Honda Manufacturing UK plant in Swindon opened in 1985 and at its peak produced the Civic, Jazz, CR-V, and Accord. The Civic, Jazz, and CR-V — the three most scrapped Honda models in the UK — were all manufactured in Swindon. Honda announced the permanent closure of the Swindon plant in February 2019, with the final car rolling off the line on 30 July 2021. Honda cars in the UK are now manufactured in Japan (Jazz, CR-V hybrid, HR-V) and Thailand (Civic). UK-made Hondas from the Swindon era carry a badge of heritage that resonates particularly with British buyers — and many are still on UK roads.

London ULEZ Scrappage Scheme

available to eligible London residents with a non-ULEZ-compliant vehicle. Pre-Euro 6 diesel and pre-Euro 4 petrol Hondas are non-compliant. Check eligibility at tfl.gov.uk/check-your-vehicle.

Status:

Active

Birmingham Clean Air Zone

for qualifying residents working 18+ hours per week inside the zone, earning GBP 30,000 or less, who have owned a non-compliant vehicle since 10 September 2018.

Status:

Active

Scotland LEZ

check gov.scot for current eligibility and application deadlines.

Status:

Check Eligibility

Honda Scheme: Inactive

Scrapping through a licensed ATF provides the best return without eligibility restrictions.

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Legal Requirements When Scrapping a Honda in the UK

To legally scrap a Honda in the UK you must use an Authorised Treatment Facility licensed by the Environment Agency. Cash payments are prohibited under the Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013. Notify DVLA using Section 9 of the V5C or online at gov.uk. The ATF must issue a Certificate of Destruction within 7 days. For a Honda Jazz, Civic, or CR-V hybrid, the ATF must safely depollute the IMA or e:HEV high-voltage battery before processing — this is a legal requirement under the End of Life Vehicles Regulations 2003.

Licensed ATF only

Only Authorised Treatment Facilities licensed by the Environment Agency can legally process an end-of-life vehicle under the End of Life Vehicles Regulations 2003. Using an unlicensed buyer leaves you legally responsible for the vehicle and any environmental liability from improper disposal of fluids, IMA battery packs, and catalytic converter material.

No cash payments

The Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013 bans cash payments for scrap vehicles in England, Scotland, and Wales. Payment must be by bank transfer or cheque. Any buyer offering cash for your Honda is operating outside ATF licensing conditions.

Notify DVLA

Complete Section 9 of the V5C and post to DVLA, or notify online at gov.uk/sold-bought-vehicle. Without notification you remain the registered keeper and are liable for road tax, ULEZ or CAZ charges, and any penalties issued after the vehicle leaves your possession.

Certificate of Destruction

The ATF must issue a CoD within 7 days. This is the official legal record that the Honda has been permanently destroyed and deregistered. The issuing ATF is the only body that can reprint a lost CoD — DVLA cannot issue it.

Road Tax Refund

Remaining full months of VED are automatically refunded by DVLA after deregistration. Payment is by cheque to your registered address within 4 to 6 weeks. Part months are not refunded.

Retain Private Plates

Honda Jazz hybrid, Civic Hybrid, Jazz e:HEV, CR-V e:HEV, and HR-V e:HEV models contain a high-voltage IMA or e:HEV battery pack. The ATF is legally required to safely discharge and depollute this battery before processing the vehicle. Scrap a Vehicle uses only ATFs with hybrid depollution certification.

How to Scrap Your Honda

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Get your guaranteed quote in 30 seconds

Enter your Honda registration and postcode at scrapeavehicle.co.uk. Vehicle data is retrieved from DVLA records and matched against live scrap and salvage market rates. The system simultaneously prices both scrap and salvage routes and returns the higher value. A guaranteed price is returned in 30 seconds.

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Book free collection -- same day or next day across most UK postcodes

Accept the quote and choose a collection slot. A flatbed recovery vehicle is dispatched. Your Honda does not need to start, drive, or have a current MOT. Non-runners, IMA battery failures, diesel non-starts, and accident-damaged Hondas are all collected on the same terms.

03

Hand over keys and paperwork -- approximately 15 minutes on site

Remove all personal belongings before the driver arrives. If your Honda Civic Type R carries a cherished or personalised registration, apply to retain it using a V317 form or at gov.uk before collection -- once scrapped it cannot be recovered. Hand over the V5C logbook or Section 9 tear-off slip.

04

Receive payment by bank transfer on the same day

Bank transfer is sent while the driver is on site. DVLA notification is submitted on your behalf. Your Certificate of Destruction arrives within 7 days. Any remaining full VED months are automatically refunded by DVLA to your registered address.

How much is a Honda Jazz worth for scrap?

A Honda Jazz (GD1/GE6/GK5) is worth GBP 100 to GBP 220 for scrap and GBP 180 to GBP 420 for salvage in early 2026. The Jazz is the second most scrapped Honda in the UK at 21% of all Honda scraps. A Jazz showing the IMA hybrid battery fault code P1449 but with a running engine may be worth more for salvage than for scrap -- specialist hybrid buyers can rebalance or replace the IMA battery for GBP 400 to GBP 900 and return the car to full operation. Enter your reg and the system returns both values.

What is the most scrapped Honda in the UK?

The Honda Civic is the most scrapped Honda in the UK, accounting for 45% of all Honda scraps (ScrapCarComparison data). The Jazz is second at 21% and the CR-V third at 18%. The Civic's dominance reflects its long production run and volume in the UK market -- it has been sold continuously since 1972. Honda's above-average reliability means the most scrapped Civic year is 2006, consistent with cars reaching scrap at 18 to 20 years old rather than the UK average of 14 to 15 years.

Is there a Honda scrappage scheme in 2026?

No. Honda has never had a standalone manufacturer scrappage scheme. Honda participated in the UK Government's 2009 national scheme -- the GBP 2,000 incentive was available toward a new Honda purchase under that programme. No Honda manufacturer scheme has existed before or since, and Honda has not announced any scrappage incentive for 2026. Honda closed its UK Swindon manufacturing plant in July 2021 and now imports all UK-market cars from Japan and Thailand. Location-based clean air zone schemes in London, Birmingham, and Scotland remain available to eligible owners of non-compliant Hondas.

What is the Honda Jazz IMA fault code and what does it cost to fix?

The Honda Jazz hybrid IMA battery fault code is P1449 (Battery Module Deterioration). When this code is logged, the IMA warning light illuminates and the Integrated Motor Assist system is disabled -- the car continues on petrol only but loses the hybrid performance and fuel economy benefit. IMA battery replacement at a Honda dealership costs GBP 1,500 to GBP 2,500 plus fitting. Specialist independent hybrid garages charge GBP 400 to GBP 900 for a reconditioned or rebalanced battery pack. On a Honda Jazz with a low residual value, the dealer cost is frequently uneconomic -- a salvage buyer who repairs the battery themselves will often pay more than the scrap price.

What is the Honda CR-V 2.2 diesel fault code P2146?

Fault code P2146 on the Honda CR-V 2.2 i-DTEC diesel (engine code N22B2) indicates Fuel Injector Group Supply Voltage Circuit Open. The fault presents as sudden loss of power, limp mode, and then a no-start condition. When scanned, P2146 appears to affect all four injectors simultaneously -- but this usually means the ECU injector driver circuit has lost its voltage supply, not that all four injectors have physically failed. The correct repair is specialist diagnosis of the wiring harness or ECU injector driver. ECU rebuild costs GBP 500 to GBP 1,200. On a 2007 to 2012 CR-V, this is sometimes economic but is frequently uneconomic when combined with high mileage.

Should I scrap or sell a Honda Civic Type R?

A Honda Civic Type R should almost always be offered for salvage rather than scrap. The EP3 Type R (2001-2005, engine code K20A2, 200hp) and FN2 Type R (2007-2011, engine code K20Z4, 201hp) have strong used engine and parts demand in the UK tuning and motorsport community. The FK8 Type R (2017-2021, engine code K20C1, 320hp) has very high salvage value even with high mileage or accident damage -- parts are expensive new, creating strong demand for used components. Enter your FK8, FN2, or EP3 reg -- the salvage price will typically be significantly higher than the scrap price based on weight alone.

Can I scrap a Honda with a failed IMA battery?

Yes. A Honda with a failed IMA battery is accepted for scrap or salvage at the same guaranteed price as any other Honda. The IMA battery failure -- whether showing fault code P1449 or simply losing charge -- does not reduce the scrap price, which is based on vehicle weight. However, a Honda Jazz, Civic Hybrid, or CR-V e:HEV with a failed battery but a running engine is frequently worth more for salvage than for scrap. The ATF is legally required to safely discharge and depollute the IMA or e:HEV high-voltage battery before processing -- Scrap a Vehicle uses only ATFs with the correct hybrid depollution equipment and certification.

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