Van guides
Expert guides to van ownership in the UK: buying, selling, valuation, depreciation, tax, insurance, and more.
How to sell a van privately (UK)
Complete guide to selling your van privately: preparing, advertising, viewings, payment, and V5C transfer.
Documents needed to sell a van
Checklist of essential documents: V5C, MOT, service history, and what to give the buyer.
Selling a van with outstanding finance
How to sell when you still owe money: settlement figures, paying off HP/PCP, avoiding illegal sales.
Van value with no MOT
Impact on value, selling options, and whether it's worth getting an MOT before selling.
Van depreciation explained
How vans lose value over time, what drives depreciation, and typical retention rates by segment.
Best time to sell a van
Seasonal trends, reg-plate timing, and when demand is highest for commercial vans.
Electric van depreciation
How electric vans depreciate vs diesel, battery concerns, and residual values.
Should I buy or lease a van?
Comparing outright purchase, HP, PCP, lease purchase, and contract hire for business vans.
Van tax and running costs (UK)
VED (road tax), fuel, insurance, servicing, and total cost of ownership for vans.
Van insurance guide (UK)
Types of van insurance, what affects premiums, and how to get cheaper cover.
Why trust our guides?
All guides are written by Value My Van and based on:
- UK law and regulations: DVLA guidance, Consumer Rights Act 2015, Consumer Credit Act 1974, Fraud Act 2006
- Official sources: gov.uk, DVSA (Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency), HMRC, ONS (Office for National Statistics)
- Industry data: SMMT commercial vehicle statistics, Cap HPI reports, manufacturer data
- Real-world experience: Common scenarios from selling, buying, and owning vans in the UK
We don't invent statistics, cite unnamed "experts", or make unsubstantiated claims. Every figure is sourced or flagged as an informed estimate.