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LCV Search

LCV search covers the majority of LCVs sold in the UK. Every vehicle is subjected to a scientific programme of destructive attack testing, producing accurate results that are relevant to the real world.

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Rating Search

Star ratings provide an indication of the quality of design and anticipated effectiveness of anti-theft measures.

Theft of assesses the LCV's ability to resist theft of the actual vehicle, testing
  • the immobiliser
  • locks
  • vehicle identification
Theft from assesses the LCV's ability to resist theft of items from the car, testing
  • the alarm
  • door locks
  • glazing
The LCV is awarded between 1 and 5 stars depending on its performance in each category.
Theft From Theft Of
 1 out of 5 stars  1 out of 5 stars
 2 out of 5 stars  2 out of 5 stars
 3 out of 5 stars  3 out of 5 stars
 4 out of 5 stars  4 out of 5 stars
 5 out of 5 stars  5 out of 5 stars

Information

Find out how well your LCV will resist being stolen or broken into. The New Vehicle Security Ratings offer comprehensive, objective information direct to you the motorist, rating new LCVs available in the UK on two scales of 1-5 stars (theft of and theft from) to compare the security of different makes and models.
  • To search by manufacturer click on the LCV Search.
  • To search by star rating click on the Rating Search.
The double five-star rating system is based on detailed analysis and testing carried out at Thatcham, and provides an indication of the quality of design and anticipated effectiveness of anti-theft measures.

However, some LCVs will be more attractive to thieves than others, whilst the biggest factor is always opportunity. Any LCV is at risk while parked, if security measures are not used, or if valuables are left on display inside.

A star rating provides no guarantee that a LCV will not be stolen or broken into. However, the higher the rating, the less likely this should be.