Handing back the keys to your lease vehicle can be a bittersweet moment, but the team at Synergy are here to make the process simple. As a member of the British Vehicle Rental & Leasing Association (BVRLA) our leasing process must adhere to strict standards set out by this trading body.
We always recommend you check your vehicle throughout the lease agreement. However, a few months before your lease end date, you should also familiarise yourself with the BVRLA’s Fair Wear and Tear Guide.
What should I know about the BVRLA Fair Wear & Tear Guide?
The BVRLA’s Fair Wear and Tear Guide outlines the condition a vehicle must be returned in at the end of a lease agreement. It is accepted industry-wide and applies to several aspects of a lease vehicle.
It is worth noting that ‘Fair Wear and Tear’ refers to expected level of deterioration to a vehicle from daily usage. The difference between this and damage, for example, is that the latter is normally caused by a collision or harsh treatment.
As a leasing customer you’ll need to make sure your vehicle is maintained and serviced to meet the manufacturer’s guidelines as well as following the above guide. This should help prevent any unwelcome, end of lease damage charges.
A Fair Wear & Tear Guide checklist
Here at Synergy, we recommend that you prepare early for your lease vehicle to be returned. To help make this easier, we’ve put together a checklist of steps you can take before your lease agreements ends. These include:
Making sure your servicing is up to date – look at your service logbook.
Checking your tyre tread meets the legal requirements.
Regularly checking to see if all the electric features in the vehicle work correctly.
Making sure you still have all the sets of keys and documentation that were supplied with the vehicle - e.g. the handbook, MOT certificate (if applicable) and service records.
Making sure the exterior has nothing more than minor surface damage.
Why should I choose to lease with Synergy?
At Synergy, our dedicated team are here to support you throughout your leasing journey, from start to finish. We will contact you before the end of your lease agreement to arrange a convenient date for collection of your lease vehicle. We can then work with you to organise the delivery of your new vehicle on the same day.
Leasing with Synergy is a hassle-free process. Our leasing deals come with free UK mainland delivery, our Best Price Guarantee and Feefo 5* rated customer service. If you’d like to explore our lease deals or simply find out more, contact our team today. You’re in safe hands with us.
Synergy was recently awarded Best Customer Service Broker at the Broker News Awards, as voted for by industry peers. Recognised for best-in-class customer service, Synergy has also recently achieved the Feefo Platinum Trusted Service Award for the fourth consecutive year.
