Immobilise is the worlds largest FREE register of possession ownership and searchable register of stolen goods and blocked mobile phones.
Immobilise is a free service that allows you to record the details of as many of your possessions as you wish on a secure, offsite inventory. If you wish you can upgrade your free account and add photographs and certificates of ownership.
It is the largest service of its type with over 15 million registered users, 22 million items registered, and over 16 million stolen items recorded.
The recorded information can help you after loss, theft or fire to complete insurance claims, report stolen or lost property to the Police and mobile phone networks.
Uniquely via your Immobilise account UK users can flag any registered item as lost or stolen and this appears, (complete with pictures if you have recorded them) on the UK National Police Stolen Property Database allowing them to identify you as the owner of the stolen property and return it to you.
Click her to visit the Immobilise website and register your property.
The Home Office gives the following advice to help reduce the risk of your vehicle being the traget of criminals.
Don’t leave items on display
Never leave anything on display when you leave your vehicle. Even an old coat or a plastic bag can tempt a thief.
Use immobilisers
Electronic engine immobilisers prevent your vehicle from starting and are the best way to stop thieves. You should only buy security devices or services that are approved by either Thatcham (the Motor Insurance Repair Research Centre 0870 550 2006, Thatcham) or by Sold Secure (01327 264 687).
They should be professionally fitted - either by your car dealer or by an installer approved by the Vehicle Systems Installation Board.
Park safely
When parking at home, always use your garage if you have one, and lock both your vehicle and your garage. If you don’t have a garage, try to park in a well-lit, open place.
Use Park Mark® car parks
When parking outside, always try and park your car in an attended car park. Try to look for a public car park which is part of the police approved Safer Parking Scheme scheme and displays the Park Mark® brand.
Buy a steering wheel lock
Use a steering wheel lock every time you leave your vehicle.
Get an alarm fitted
Alarms can deter thieves not only from stealing your vehicle, but also from taking items from it. You can get more information about alarms, immobilisers and other security devices by phoning the Vehicle Security National Helpline on 0870 5502006 or the Sold Secure Helpline on 01327 264687.
Secure your wheels
Locking wheel nuts are cheap, easy to fit and stop thieves from taking your wheels.
Etch your vehicle identification number onto surfaces
Have your vehicle registration number or the last seven digits of your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) etched onto all windows, both windscreens and your headlamps.
Mark your equipment
Mark all your equipment, like your car stereo, with your vehicle registration number.
