How much does a surplus vehicle sell for at government auction?

Across 675 completed United Kingdom government auctions in the last 12 months, the median vehicle sold for £1,976, with most closing between £293 and £4,631. Final prices vary with item type, condition, age, and location.

Where can I buy a surplus vehicle?

Government agencies sell surplus vehicle through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live vehicle listings into one free, searchable feed — no bid packs or credits required.

Are these sold prices before or after fees?

These are realised final winning bids, excluding buyer's premium and taxes. Budget for an additional buyer's premium (often around 10%), applicable taxes, and transport when estimating your all-in cost.

Vehicle: what it sells for at government auction

Name: Vehicle median final sale prices — United Kingdom government auction
Creator: GovAuctions

The median vehicle lot sold for £1,976 across 675 completed United Kingdom government auctions in the last 12 months. Most close between £293 and £4,631.

Median sale

£1,976

Typical range

£293–£4,631

Completed lots

675

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Median sale price by month

2026-08

£6,061

2026-07

£1,430

2026-06

£2,015

Recent sold vehicle examples

Jungheinrich EJC12 Electric pedestrian stacker truck. Sn 90055875. 185cm hoist max. 1200 kg rated ca£500
Sold Aug 6, 2026 · WINDSOR AND MAIDENHEAD
Jungheinrich EJC12 Electric pedestrian stacker truck. Sn 90053967. 185cm hoist max. 1200 kg rated ca£500
Sold Aug 6, 2026 · WINDSOR AND MAIDENHEAD
Toyota BT Lifter stacker unit with Digital Weigh scale and read out. Model LHM 200C. Forks 56 x 10cm£40
Sold Aug 6, 2026 · WINDSOR AND MAIDENHEAD
Toyota BT Lifter stacker unit with Digital Weigh scale and read out. Model LHM 200C. Forks 56 x 10cm£40
Sold Aug 6, 2026 · WINDSOR AND MAIDENHEAD
Toyota Electric FLT. Toyota 7FBMF16 counterbalance FLT. YOPM 2004 - no key. 1600kg Capacity. Duplex£1,000
Sold Aug 6, 2026 · WINDSOR AND MAIDENHEAD
Stanley Powered Stair Climber. Sprinter 225. YOM 2022. 225 Kg c/w charger.£200
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Vehicle sold prices by state

Lincolnshire£2,340 (249)West Yorkshire£1,658 (114)East Riding Of Yorkshire£9,636 (60)Derbyshire£267 (38)South Yorkshire£3,250 (18)Windsor And Maidenhead£260 (10)South Lanarkshire£676 (9)Tyne And Wear£1,300 (7)Aberdeen City£7 (7)Cheshire East£1,073 (6)Warwickshire£1,391 (6)

Other vehicles sold prices

Land Rover £3,445 Box truck £2,243 Trailer £1,040 Ford Transit £4,193 Vauxhall £1,658 Motorcycle £676 Ford F-350 £4,063

Frequently asked questions

How much does a surplus vehicle sell for at government auction?: Across 675 completed United Kingdom government auctions in the last 12 months, the median vehicle sold for £1,976, with most closing between £293 and £4,631. Final prices vary with item type, condition, age, and location.
Where can I buy a surplus vehicle?: Government agencies sell surplus vehicle through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live vehicle listings into one free, searchable feed — no bid packs or credits required.
Are these sold prices before or after fees?: These are realised final winning bids, excluding buyer's premium and taxes. Budget for an additional buyer's premium (often around 10%), applicable taxes, and transport when estimating your all-in cost.

Methodology: median final winning bid on vehicle lots that closed on official United Kingdom government auction platforms over the trailing 365 days, pooled across every vehicle lot in the category. Realised sale prices, excluding buyer's premium. No-bid lots excluded. Updated daily.