Selling vehicles on the highway

Selling a vehicle on the public highway may constitute an offence under Section 38 of the London Local Authorities Act 1990 (as amended). This makes it an offence to offer any goods for sale on the highway without a valid street trading licence.

When vehicles for sale are being displayed on the public highway for trade or business, it can cause a nuisance to local residents, however it is recognised that from time to time individuals may wish to sell their own vehicle privately, and each case is dealt with on its own merits. Private car sellers should seek to use magazine advertising or local shops rather than placing a vehicle for sale on the highway.

To report a seller that has placed more than 1 vehicle for sale on the highway, please email environmentalenforcement@croydon.gov.uk with the following information:

• Contact details of the seller
• Vehicle registration number
• Vehicle make or model
• Photographic evidence of each vehicle for sale, which shows the for sale signs and sellers contact details
• Exact location of the vehicle (road name and nearby property number)
• How long the vehicle has been there