Can Bailiffs Take Your Car?

Bailiffs could clamp or remove your car if they’re collecting a debt you haven’t paid. It’s usually the first thing they’ll look for because they can take it while you’re not home.

If your car is on Hire Purchase they usually can’t take it, but the law is complicated and sometimes bailiffs might say they can. In most cases they would at least look to clamp the vehicle.

If you are worried that your car is in danger of being taken or immobilised, contact Bailiff Advice to see how we can prevent this

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May not be suitable in all circumstances. Our advice is free but fees may apply and your credit rating may be affected if you opt for a debt solution.

What do we do?

We speak with the Creditor for you

We have a team of experienced, professional case workers ready to speak and mediate with your creditor. We will help represent you with your local authority or creditor and Stop Bailiff Action.

Arrange an affordable repayment plan

Let us help you get on board an affordable repayment plan, such as an Individual Voluntary Arrangement (IVA), between you and your council or creditor.

Prevent further visits from Marston Bailiffs

You are not obligated to let anyone into your home. We could help to stop bailiffs from visiting your home.

Write-off unaffordable unsecured debts and fees

We provide advice and mediate with your local council and creditor to write off unsecured debts and freeze and interest and charges with an IVA.

Take these essential steps

Do NOT let them in

You are not obliged to let anyone into your home, so don't.

Do NOT be intimidated

You do not have to speak to the bailiffs and do not respond to intimidation.

Do NOT sign anything

Do not sign anything a bailiff or bailiff company puts in front of you.

Contact Bailiff Advice

We can stop bailiffs in their tracks and help you to write off unaffordable debts with an IVA.

Types of debts we deal with

Council Tax Arrears

If you've missed a Council Tax payment, your local authority can apply for a liability order the through courts. This will give the council the right to send bailiffs to collect the debt.

High Court Enforcement

A High Court enforcement officer (HCEO) is an officer of the High Court of England and Wales responsible for enforcing judgements of the High Court, often by seizing goods or repossessing property.

Penalty Charge Notice

As well as for parking, you can get a PCN for: breaking some traffic rules, for example going against a 'no right turn' sign or driving in a bus lane. not paying the charge for the London congestion zone, low emission zone or Dartford Crossing (Dart Charge) on time.

Utility Arrears

If one or more payments have been missed in where regular payments are contractually needed, like electricity bills, the account is in arrears, and could be subject to Bailiffs Action.

CCJ’s

You might have a county court judgment (CCJ) against you if you owe someone money and a court ruled that you have to pay it back. Your credit rating could be affected if you have a CCJ against you.

Notice Of Enforcement

If you haven't paid a debt you might be sent a letter from bailiffs (also called 'enforcement agents') saying they will visit your home to collect payment. Don't ignore the letter - this is called a 'notice of enforcement'.

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Call Today 0800 001 6542 Lines open Monday-Friday 9am-7pm or apply online for an instant response

May not be suitable in all circumstances. Our advice is free but fees may apply and your credit rating may be affected if you opt for a debt solution.

Help and advice you can trust...

In arrears with Council Tax?

Bailiff Advice is here to help. We provide expert confidential advice, get rid of bailiffs, mediate with your local council or creditor and create affordable repayment plans for your outstanding council tax debt.

We help people go on living without the burden or fear of being in arrears to the council and bailiffs. Our team are experienced, professionals ready to help you deal with intimidating bailiffs.

Get advice on bailiff action today.

We have helped hundreds of people just like you.

If you owe money to your local council and they have threatened bailiff action, speak to us and we can get you on the road to paying off your council tax arrears today.

Know Your Rights

Bailiffs cannot break in unless they have been given permission to do so by the court.

if you allow a bailiff to enter your home, they can force entry on their next visit.

You have a right to take advice regarding bailiff action.

Affordable Payments

Bailiffs cannot break in unless they have been given permission to do so by the court.

If you allow a bailiff into your home, they can force entry on their next visit.

You have the right to take advice regarding bailiff action.

You should not have to pay more than you can afford. You have the right to work with Bailiff Advice to set up affordable monthly repayments and eliminate your Bailiffs debts.

Some of the Bailiffs we’ve stopped

What our Clients say

Michelle
Such lovely people to chat to, The talked me through everything and made me feel at ease. I now feel a complete weight has been lifted from my shoulders and I can finally sleep with ease. Thank you to everyone that helped me.
Bradley
Amazing. Absolutely amazing, friendly, extremely informative and they went above and beyond to help me within my next steps towards financial recovery.
Ahmad
Very friendly and helpful, Nick was very supportive of the situation and no judgment of the reasons. Highly recommended
Sharon
After much debate I finally made the call, and I am pleased that I did, after about half an hour I got a call back and started the process straight away. I didn't feel judged and they understood my predicament and said they would try and help me.. And so they did.. very pleased indeed. They give you many options and explain them throughly. I would definitely recommend this company, 5 stars all the way.

We offer advice based on your personal needs and situation.

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Bailiff Advice is a trading style of My Debt Plan Ltd.

Registered address 2nd Floor Blenheim Court, Cheadle, Cheshire, England, SK8 2JY Company Registered in England and Wales Number 10992838 Data Protection ZB284067.

My Debt Plan Ltd provides insolvency solutions to individuals, specialising in IVA’s. All advice given is provided in reasonable contemplation of an insolvency appointment. Where you are not suitable for an IVA, we may refer you to one of our trusted partners who specialise on alternative solutions.

You will be contacted by Bailiff Advice.

Lucy Novo Deakin is a licensed insolvency practitioner in the UK by the Insolvency Practitioners Association (IPA).