Yes, but you will have to tell the insurer you are not the owner or registered keeper when you apply. Some insurers will only offer you cover as the main driver if you are also the registered keeper of the car. However, many will insure you, so shop around and check the policy documents before you apply.
Does fully comp mean I can drive any car?
No. There was a time when many fully-comp policies automatically gave you third-party insurance to drive any car, but those days have gone. So even if you’re fully covered for your own car, don’t assume you’re insured to drive other people’s cars otherwise you risk breaking the law.
Can I drive my parents car without insurance?
Can I drive my parents’ car without insurance? No, you’ll need at least third party car insurance if you want to drive your parents’ car.
Can I drive my friend’s car?
It might be an emergency or you may have permission from the car owner, but that doesn’t mean it’s legal. Unless you’re a ‘named driver’ on their car insurance, you almost certainly won’t be insured. And both the driver and car owner can run into trouble if caught without the necessary cover.
Can I insure myself to drive any car UK? – Related Questions
Do you have to be 25 to drive someone else’s car?
This is because most insurers exclude anyone who falls within the “young driver” age range. If you’re under 25 and want to drive someone else’s car, your best bet would be to either get added as a named driver on their policy or take out temporary cover.
Can I drive someone else’s car direct line?
Driving Other Cars (DOC) provides Third Party Only cover and is restricted to policyholders only and will not apply to policyholders aged under 25 and/or policyholders engaged in the motor trade. Please refer to your Certificate of Motor Insurance for confirmation that you have this cover, or call us on 0345 246 8701.
Can I drive any car with comprehensive insurance Admiral?
Can I drive anyone else’s car? If you’re the policyholder and you’re aged 25 or over, then Admiral may be able to arrange third party cover for you to drive someone else’s car. However, just being over 25 doesn’t guarantee you’ll be able to hop into a friend’s car and take it for a spin.
Can a named driver drive another car?
If you drive someone else’s vehicle then you will not be covered by their (the main driver) motor insurance policy – you must become a named driver on their policy. As a named driver you will be given the same level of cover as the vehicle’s main driver.
What insurance do I need to drive someone else’s car?
The car you want to drive must be covered by an existing insurance policy and you must have permission to drive it. Driving other cars cover is usually only available on a comprehensive car insurance policy, so if you have third party (or third party, fire & theft) cover, you won’t be covered to drive any other cars.
What happens if a named driver crashes your car?
Named driver claims (and how they affect the policyholder)
Named drivers are people you add to your policy so they can drive your car from time to time. If they have an accident in your car, it’ll mean a claim on your policy – even if they have their own car and insurance. This affects your no-claims bonus, not theirs.
Can I be main driver on 2 cars?
You can be the main driver of more than one car. But insurance companies will often question it to check for fronting.
Can I insure a car that is not in my name?
In most scenarios, you cannot purchase car insurance on a vehicle that is not in your name. What that means is that if you drive a friend or family member’s vehicle, or are gifted a vehicle that’s in someone else’s name, the legal owner is responsible for insuring it.
How many cars can I insure in my name?
In fact, there is no limit to the amount of cars you can own and insure in your own name. However, no claims bonuses only apply to the vehicle, not to the driver or insurance policy. If you own more than one car, you will need to build up a no claims bonus for each one.
Can you insure a car you don’t own?
Wondering if you can insure a car you don’t own? The answer is yes, you can take out a separate car insurance policy on someone else’s car – but make sure that you tell the insurer you’re not the owner or the registered keeper of the vehicle when you apply.
Can I insure 2 cars in my name?
Yes, multi-car insurance allows you to insure two or more cars on a single policy with the same provider, and this can be a cheap and convenient way to get insurance if you have more than one car.
Can I insure a car before I buy it?
Getting temporary insurance on a new car
Whether you buy from a dealership or a private seller, you’ll need insurance to do that and waiting for annual insurance to be set up can be timely. Cheap short term car insurance or buying day insurance allows you to drive your car home before you have set up an annual policy.
Can I put another car on my insurance?
Many insurance providers will give you a discount on the second car, even with two separate policies. And if you’re the registered owner of two cars, some insurance providers even let you use the same no-claims discount for both. There are also some situations where it may cheaper to insure your second car separately.
Can you have 2 insurance policies?
There are no limits on how many life insurance policies you may own, and there are some situations where holding multiple life insurance policies may help you plan for your financial future.