18 Popular Car Models Set to Vanish from UK Roads by 2027

According to motoring experts, 18 popular car models could "disappear" from UK roads within just over a year, with many set to be extinct by 2027. Analysis from car insurance specialists Tempcover indicates that these vehicles will likely be scrapped by owners as they age and become increasingly costly to maintain.

Why These Cars Are Facing Extinction

Tempcover explains that as cars grow older, they naturally deteriorate, leading to more challenging maintenance and ever-rising repair expenses. This situation makes it harder for owners to pass the MOT test, which is becoming stricter over time. Many drivers may choose to retire their vehicles, regardless of sentimental value, because the costs could far exceed those of purchasing a new or second-hand car.

Claire Wills-McKissick, a temporary car insurance expert at Tempcover, adds: "For many drivers, iconic models like the Citroën Saxo, Vauxhall Vectra, or Peugeot 307 are more than just vehicles; they are part of our memories, from first drives to family holidays and countless everyday journeys. To think these models are gradually disappearing from our roads is a reminder of evolving times."

List of Cars Set to Disappear

The full list of 18 cars tipped to vanish from UK roads by the end of 2027 includes:

Citroën Xsara
Mitsubishi Space Star
Nissan Primera
Peugeot 307
Rover 45
Vauxhall Vectra
Alfa Romeo 147
Chevrolet Kalos
Chevrolet Lacetti
Chrysler Voyager
Mazda 323
Peugeot 206
Peugeot 406
Peugeot 407
Rover 25
Alfa Romeo GT
Citroën C2
Fiat Bravo

Additionally, other models like the Ford StreetKa, Renault Laguna, and Vauxhall Tigra are expected to follow in 2028, with the SEAT Arosa, Jaguar S-Type, and Mazda 5 set for 2029.

Preserving Motoring History

Wills-McKissick notes that for those hoping to secure one of the last remaining examples, temporary car insurance offers a way to easily test drive them first. However, she cautions that older cars require more dedicated care, with parts often harder to source and greater attention needed during MOT inspections. While owning such a vehicle demands investment in time and resources, it also provides a unique opportunity to preserve a piece of motoring history for years to come.