Photograph the whole vehicle
Take photographs from each side and from the front and rear. This gives a clear record of the vehicle's overall condition.
Photograph the damage closely
Take close photographs of every damaged area, including broken panels, lights, bumpers, wheels, glass and any visible marks.
Photograph the other vehicle
Where safe and appropriate, photograph the other vehicle and its registration number.
Photograph the wider scene
Road markings, signs, junctions, traffic lights, debris and the position of the vehicles can all help show the circumstances of an accident.
Keep the original images
Do not rely only on edited or compressed versions. Keep the original photographs and store them somewhere safe.