Lease-return planning

Lease alloy scuff repair before collection

Kerbed or scuffed alloys may sit outside a provider’s return standard. Compare refurbishment options before handback.

No obligation · Availability depends on location and participating repairers

A driver recording kerb damage around an alloy wheel before vehicle return

Scuffaroo is a marketplace. Independent repairers carry out the work, quote availability varies, and your finance provider—not Scuffaroo—decides whether a vehicle meets its return standard.

Fix it before the inspection.

Alloy-wheel assessments depend on the type and extent of damage and the measurements in your provider’s return guide. A repairer can explain whether refurbishment is suitable and where the work would take place.

Check your provider’s current return guide early enough to compare availability and complete any chosen repair before collection.

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Timing depends on wheel finish and repair method
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Mobile or workshop options may be available
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Diamond cut, painted and powder coat options
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Fixes kerbed, scuffed and corroded alloys
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Keep the repair details for your records

Will you be charged?

Usually not charged
✓ Very light surface marks on alloy edge
✓ Minor tyre sidewall scuffs without alloy damage
✓ Natural weathering or light oxidation
Usually chargeable
✕ Kerbed alloy with visible gouging
✕ Chipped or flaking alloy lacquer
✕ Deep scratches or gouges on wheel face
✕ Cracked or buckled alloy
✕ Multiple wheels with kerb damage

How Scuffaroo works

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Upload your photos
Tap the damage zone on our car diagram and upload close-up photos. Takes 2 minutes on your phone.
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Receive fixed-price quotes
Up to 3 eligible local repairers quote independently and cannot see each other’s prices.
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Review, book and retain records
Review the scope and live terms before booking, then keep the supplied repair information for your own files.

Common questions

Can kerbed alloys be repaired before lease return?
Often, but suitability depends on the wheel finish and whether there is structural damage. Compare a professional quote with the requirements in your agreement.
How long does alloy refurbishment take?
Timing varies by finish, damage and method. The quote should state whether the repair is mobile or workshop-based and how long the repairer expects to need.
Will refurbished alloys pass the lease inspection?
Professional alloy refurbishment should restore the wheel to an acceptable standard. Our repairers are experienced in lease return preparation and provide a repair record.
What types of alloy damage can be repaired?
Kerbing, scuffs, scratches, chipped lacquer and light corrosion can all be repaired. Cracked or buckled alloys may need replacement. Your repairer will advise.
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