Sell Used Dyson V15, Gen5 & V11
Sell Used Dyson V15, Gen5 & V11
Upgrading your cordless cleaner or have a Dyson V15 Detect, Gen5detect, V12, or V11 that you no longer need? We buy genuine Dyson cordless vacuums across the UK, including incomplete sets, worn batteries, and faulty motors.
All modern LCD & cordless models bought: From the flagship Gen5detect (SV23) and V15 Detect (SV22/SV47) to the V12 Slim, V11, V10, and V8.
Missing cleaner heads or faulty units accepted: Missing the Fluffy Optic roller, cracked the clear bin, or have a pulsing motor? Tick what applies in the calculator.
Free UK collection or courier label: Leave your email address for a tailored offer with free local pickup or a prepaid tracked courier label.
Dyson Cordless Value Calculator
Instant % EstimateChoose your cordless model and tick any missing heads or faults to see the percentage of original value it holds.
Select your model and tick any missing parts or faults in the calculator above.
Leave your email address and receive a tailored offer with a free UK postage label or pickup.
Send your Dyson kit in any sturdy box and get paid straight to your bank once checked.
How Much Value Do Used Dyson V15, Gen5detect and V11 Vacuums Keep?
In the UK second-hand market, Dyson’s flagship LCD cordless vacuums hold between 44% and 68% of their original price when in working condition. The newer Gen5detect (SV23) and V15 Detect (SV22 and SV47) sit at the top of the table because second-hand buyers specifically look for the green LED Fluffy Optic hard-floor head and the anti-tangle Digital Motorbar.
As shown in the component breakdown below, the main cyclone body, digital motor, and wand account for 50% of the total value, the lithium-ion battery pack accounts for 20%, the powered floor cleaner heads make up 20%, and the charger and mini tools make up the final 10%.
Typical Buyback Value (%) by Cordless Model
| Dyson Cordless Model | SV Model Codes | Complete & Working | Missing 1 Head / Used Battery | Faulty / Spares Only |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dyson Gen5detect Absolute | SV23 | 56% – 68% | 40% – 52% | 20% – 30% |
| Dyson V15 Detect / Submarine | SV22, SV47 | 52% – 64% | 36% – 48% | 18% – 28% |
| Dyson V12 Detect Slim | SV20, SV30, SV46 | 48% – 58% | 32% – 44% | 16% – 25% |
| Dyson V11 Absolute / Animal / Outsize | SV14, SV15, SV16, SV28 | 44% – 55% | 28% – 40% | 15% – 24% |
| Dyson Cyclone V10 / V8 | SV12, SV27, SV10, SV25 | 38% – 48% | 24% – 34% | 12% – 20% |
Which Cleaner Heads and Battery Types Hold the Highest Value?
Two details make a big difference when valuing a used V11, V12, V15, or Gen5detect in the UK:
Click-In Battery vs Screw-In Battery
Later V11 (SV15 and SV28), V12, V15 (SV22 and SV47), and Gen5detect (SV23) models use a red button click-in battery pack that swaps out in seconds. These hold a slightly higher percentage than the early 2019 V11 (SV14) which uses 3 Phillips screws.
High-Demand Powered Floor Heads
Sets that include both the green-light Fluffy Optic (or Laser Slim Fluffy) hard-floor head and the Digital Motorbar carpet head (plus the wet roller head on V15s Submarine) achieve the full complete-set percentage.
Where to Sell Your Dyson Cordless Vacuum in the UK: How Options Compare
Compare selling your cordless Dyson to us against manufacturer trade-in credit, high-street pawn shops, and local classifieds:
| Selling Feature | SellYourDyson.co.uk | Dyson Upgrade Scheme | High-Street Shops (CeX) | eBay / Facebook Marketplace |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| How You Get Paid | Direct UK bank transfer | Discount towards a new Dyson only | Cash or store voucher in branch | Held funds or cash on doorstep |
| Missing Floor Heads or Tools | Accepted (5% to 15% adjustment) | Main body accepted for discount | Often rejected or graded down heavily | Buyers haggle or claim missing parts |
| Pulsing Motor or Broken Trigger | Accepted for spares & repair | No cash payout offered | Rejected immediately | Sold cheap as spares/repairs |
| Collection & Postage | Free local pickup or UK courier | Return bag (upgrade only) | Carry bulky wand & heads into town | Finding a 100cm box & courier fees |
How to Check Your Dyson ‘SV’ Model Code (V11 vs V15 vs Gen5detect)
Because Dyson V11, V15, and Gen5detect bodies look quite similar at a glance, Dyson prints an exact SV model code on every machine so you can tell which one you have in seconds:
- Look under the battery pack: Turn the vacuum upside down and check the white barcode sticker on the bottom of the battery pack (or on the handle spine behind the clear dust bin).
- Match your SV code:
SV14= Dyson V11 (2019 screw-in battery) |SV15 / SV28= Dyson V11 (Click-in battery) |SV16= Dyson V11 Outsize |SV20 / SV46= Dyson V12 Detect Slim |SV22 / SV47= Dyson V15 Detect / Submarine |SV23= Dyson Gen5detect. - Trigger vs Power Button: The V10, V11, and V15 Detect all use a red finger trigger on the pistol grip, whereas the V12 Detect Slim and Gen5detect use a single push-button power switch near the top LCD screen.
UK Collection & Free Courier Postage
Once you leave your email address in the calculator above, we pass your model and condition checklist to our UK buyer so they can reply directly with a quote.
If you live within our local collection area, we can collect your cordless Dyson in person without you needing to box it up. Anywhere else in the UK, we email you a prepaid tracked courier label.
Selling a Faulty Dyson V11 or V15 (Pulsing Suction or Broken Red Trigger)
If your Dyson V10, V11, or V15 surges or pulses on and off for a few seconds before stopping, check the rear purple filter unit first. Unscrew the rear filter and run the vacuum for 3 seconds in a clean room: if the motor runs smoothly with the filter off, the filter simply needs washing in cold water and drying for 24 hours.
If the red power trigger on your V10 or V11 feels loose and fails to click the internal switch, or if the motor still pulses with the filter removed, tick “Faulty / pulsing (-30%)” in the calculator above. We buy faulty Dyson cordless vacuums across the UK for workshop refurbishment and genuine spare parts.
Other Dyson Buyback Calculators
Selling another piece of Dyson equipment at the same time? Use our other percentage value estimators below or mention both items in your email notes:
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I sell just the main Dyson V11 or V15 body without the wand or heads?
Yes. We regularly buy bare cyclone bodies, standalone cleaner heads, and incomplete cordless sets. Just tick which cleaner heads or chargers are missing in the calculator above to see the adjusted percentage estimate.
How do I pack a long cordless Dyson wand if I do not have the original box?
Because the aluminium extension wand unclips from both the main cyclone body and the floor head, the longest piece is only around 66cm. You can place the detached wand, cyclone body, and heads side by side inside any medium cardboard box with bubble wrap.
Do you buy Dyson V11 or V10 vacuums with a snapped red trigger switch?
Yes. A cracked plastic trigger lever on the SV12 (V10) and SV14 (V11) is a well-known weak spot that our workshop replaces during refurbishment. Tick the faulty option in the calculator and mention the trigger in the notes box.
Should I empty the clear bin before posting or handing over my vacuum?
Yes, please empty the clear dust bin and give the brush bar a quick clear of tangled hair so dust does not spill inside the parcel during courier transit.
Do you also buy older Dyson V8, V7 or V6 cordless models?
Yes. Select the Dyson V10 or V8 option in the calculator (or mention V7/V6 in the notes box) and leave your email address for a quote.
Is there any obligation when I leave my email address?
None at all. Leaving your email simply lets us send over an offer based on your SV model and the condition boxes you ticked. You only send your vacuum if you are happy with the quote.