British Car Auctions (BCA) has reported an increase in the average values of light commercial vehicles (LCVs) in September 2025, marking the highest monthly average since March 2024.  

The average selling price was recorded at £8,460 ($11,338), indicating a month-on-month increase of 7.2% and a year-on-year (YoY) rise of 13.6%. 

BCA witnessed a surge in buyer engagement with 2,600 unique buyers in September, leading to a 3% rise in performance against guide price expectations, the highest for the year.  

The month also saw the sale of more than 9,000 LCVs, the largest monthly volume since early 2025.

The consistent performance throughout the year has resulted in the average used LCV value at BCA surpassing £8,000 for the first time in 2025.  

This figure is equivalent to over 104% of the initial price guide expectations, with a diverse buyer base of more than 8,200 individuals. 

BCA UK COO Stuart Pearson said: “Buyer numbers increased throughout the month, with new customers continuing to be drawn to BCA’s seamless buying experience – attracted by our seven-day-a-week online sales programme and the industry’s widest selection of stock. 

“As demand rises, used stock volumes have come under pressure across all LCV sectors and values for good condition, sensible mileage vehicles have risen significantly, while in recent weeks, we have also seen renewed interest in higher mileage, older examples, providing their condition is acceptable.” 

Pearson discussed the prevailing market trends, highlighting a 2.1% decline in new LCV sales YoY in September according to Society of Motor Manufacturers & Traders data. The used vehicle sector is compensating for the shortfall.  

The LCV market had already showed signs of growth, with BCA reporting an average value of £7,892 in August 2025, which was an increase of £955 from the same period the previous year.