A multi-car insurance policy just means you have two or more vehicles on your policy. If you have more than one vehicle that you keep at the same address, you can add them all to your policy. Some insurance companies may state that they must be “garaged” at the same address, but an actual garage isn’t required.
Why can you only use no claims bonus on one car?
In fact, your multi-car policy is actually individual policies for each of your vehicles, they’re just all provided by the same insurer and renewed at the same time. Each vehicle is unique. This is why your no claims bonus wouldn’t automatically apply to other vehicles under the policy.
Can you combine no claims bonus?
Your no claims bonus reflects that you have been a claim-free driver of that vehicle. However, since it is also a reflection of your driving, it is possible to transfer your NCB from one vehicle to another. You cannot ‘add’ a no claims bonus to a second car.
What’s the maximum no claims bonus?
In reality, most insurance providers cap the maximum no-claims discount at around 5 years. Some insurance companies do go beyond this – you might find an insurer willing to give you a discount on 8 or 9 years’ worth of no-claims.
How does insurance work if you have 2 cars? – Related Questions
Can I transfer my NCD to another car?
NCD transfer can only be made between cars that are owned by you. Both cars must be registered under the same Name and IC number. NCD cannot be transferred to a car that is not by another person.
Can I have 2 cars with different insurance companies?
Yes, you can have two car insurance policies on different vehicles, but you’ll end up paying more money for insurance. Many insurance companies offer multi-car discounts to policyholders for insuring more than one vehicle.
Can I be main driver on 2 policies?
You can be the main driver of more than one car. But insurance companies will often question it to check for fronting.
Can two people insure the same car?
You and your partner can both take out separate policies for the same car. Car insurance policies are for both the vehicle and the driver, so it’s perfectly fine, legal and common for two people to be insured on the same vehicle under separate policies. There are a few reasons why you might consider doing this.
Is it cheaper to have two cars on one policy?
In general, it’s usually cheaper to insure two or more vehicles on the same policy, better known as a multi-vehicle plan. This is because most insurance companies offer significant discounts for multi-car policies.
How can I get my no claims bonus without a car?
How do I keep my no-claims bonus without a car? If you’ve stopped driving for a while or you no longer own your car, you should still be able to use your no-claims bonus – it will last for two years after you stop driving. After this, it will expire, and you have to start building it again.
How long do no claims last if not driving?
Your no-claims bonus (usually) lasts for 2 years
If you haven’t had your own car insurance for a little while (maybe you sold your car, stopped driving or moved overseas), most car insurance companies will honour your old no-claims discount when you take out new cover.
Do I lose my no claims bonus if someone hits me?
If you’ve reported an accident that wasn’t your fault and you don’t want to make a claim, it shouldn’t be treated as a claim by your insurer. However, your no-claims bonus may be affected if they receive a claim from the other driver.
Can I transfer my NCD to my wife?
Yes, with our LV= Car Insurance, you can transfer your NCD to your partner at any time, as long as one set of NCD is only being used on one policy/car at a time.
Do I lose my no claims bonus if someone claims against me?
A no claims bonus (NCB), or more correctly a no claims discount, is awarded if you don’t claim in the latest policy year. Even if you have an accident that wasn’t your fault – you’re hit by an uninsured driver, or your car gets stolen – you could lose your NCB, and your premium could even go up at renewal.
Is it worth claiming on car insurance for a dent?
In a nutshell, small dents/scratches on your car’s surface does not require a car insurance claim. In fact, it is best to refrain from raising a claim in such a scenario, as you may otherwise lose a lot of money.
Does your insurance go up after a claim that is not your fault?
Unfortunately, some insurance carriers will raise your rates if you file a not-at-fault claim. At least a not-at-fault claim might come with a smaller surcharge than an at-fault claim.
How long does a car accident stay on your insurance record UK?
How long do car insurance claims stay on my record? Any claim you make will be automatically recorded with the Claims and Underwriting Exchange (CUE). This data will be held on file for six years.
What happens if you don’t tell your insurance about an accident?
What happens if I fail to report an accident to my insurers? Failure to report an accident can lead to your policy being declared void by your insurers which could result in you being uninsured in respect of vehicle damage in the event of a later accident.
Will my insurance increase after a claim?
The short answer unfortunately is yes. Regardless of whose fault it was, making a claim will almost always lead to an increase in your car insurance premium.
How much will my insurance go up after an accident UK?
Your premium increase will also depend on other factors such as whether you’ve made a claim on your insurance before, the cause and severity of the accident, and your overall driving history. However, you’ll usually be looking at an increase of between 20%-50%.