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Free Write-Off Check
Check If a Car Has Been Written Off as Cat A, B, S or N
Every year, over 500,000 UK vehicles are written off by insurers. A write-off doesn't mean a car is worthless — but it does significantly affect value and can signal hidden structural damage. Our write-off check searches insurance databases to reveal any write-off history.
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What this check shows
- Category A, B, S and N write-off detection
- Insurance total loss database check
- Date and category of write-off
- Structural damage signals
- Vehicle identity confirmation
- MOT & tax status included free
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UK Write-Off Categories Explained
Cat A
Total destruction required. Vehicle must be crushed — no parts can be reused. Typically for severely burnt or heavily crushed vehicles.
Cat B
Body shell must be crushed but mechanical parts can be salvaged. Car cannot return to the road under any circumstances.
Cat S
Structural damage. Can be repaired and returned to road after a professional inspection and sign-off. Higher risk category.
Cat N
Non-structural damage only (cosmetic, electrical). Can be repaired and sold. Lower risk — but always check the quality of repairs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Category A: scrap only — must be destroyed. Category B: body must be crushed, but parts can be salvaged. Category S: structural damage repaired and re-inspected before returning to road. Category N: non-structural damage (cosmetic, electrical) — can be repaired and sold.
Cat N cars can be a good deal if the damage was minor and properly repaired. Cat S cars carry more risk — structural damage, if poorly repaired, can compromise crash safety. Always get a professional inspection before buying a write-off vehicle.
Yes. Insurers typically charge more to insure a written-off vehicle. Some insurers refuse to cover Cat A or B category cars entirely. Always disclose the write-off status when getting quotes.
Cat N cars typically sell for 20-40% less than equivalent clean vehicles. Cat S cars typically sell for 30-50% less. The discount should reflect the cost of proper repairs plus the ongoing stigma on resale.
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