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Your van insurance questions answered

We’ve compiled a list of many of the most popular FAQ’s for your help. If you have a question and can’t find the answer here, then please do give us a call on 08000 898998.

How can Tesco Compare van insurance help me?

Is Tesco Compare van insurance a broker?

Why are there 3 sets of results?

I want to get a quote, do I need to tell you about any car insurance claims?

I had 3 years No Claims Bonus but I have not driven for a few years. Can I still use it?

Does Tesco Compare van insurance cover convicted drivers?

What is a Legal Expenses Insurance policy?

Am I allowed to drive another van?

Does having an alarm fitted save me money on van insurance?

Can I pay monthly for my van insurance policy?

Can we help?

Q. How can Tesco Compare van insurance help me?

A. We have provided Tesco Compare customers with an option to compare many leading van insurance brokers simply and quickly. We understand you want to save money and time and so we’ve provided you what we believe is the best option available.

Q. Is Tesco Compare van insurance a broker?

A. No, Tesco Compare van insurance compares brokers and provides you with an option to buy direct from any one of the brokers on the results page.

Q. Why are there 3 sets of results?

A. Tesco Compare van insurance want to give you the most informed choice available. So you will see 3 sets of results – Comprehensive, Third Party Fire & Theft and Third Party Only. You can see the differences in cover by selecting the level of cover at the top of the results column.

Q. I want to get a quote, do I need to tell you about any car insurance claims?

A. Yes. Please disclose all information relating to any claim in any motor vehicle or you risk your insurance being declared void if you need to make a claim on your van insurance policy.

Q. I had 3 years No Claims Bonus but I have not driven for a few years. Can I still use it?

A. Generally a van insurance No Claims Bonus that is not being used on another policy may be used, so long as no more than 2 years has passed since the date you earned your No Claims Bonus. After this time, it may become void. You should check with the individual insurer to be certain.

Q. Does Tesco Compare van insurance cover convicted drivers?

A. Yes, many of the brokers we compare provide cover for drivers with convictions. Nearly one in every four drivers has a current conviction and insurers have realised that this does not necessarily make the driver a worse risk than someone that doesn’t have a conviction.

Q. What is a Legal Expenses Insurance policy?

A. Every driver getting a quote with Tesco Compare van insurance is entitled to a free Legal Expenses Insurance policy. This policy is designed to offer you up to £100,000 of legal cover in the event that you have a non-fault accident and want to pursue the party at fault to recover your costs. Contact the insurance provider whose quote you select for full details of the policy. The policy details will be emailed to you along with your quote, or you can phone us on 08000 898998 for more information.

Q. Am I allowed to drive another van?

A. You should always check with the broker you are buying your policy from as every policy differs in terms of the level of cover offered.

Q. Does having an alarm fitted save me money on van insurance?

A. Certain insurance companies give discounts for having an alarm or other security device fitted. This is usually between 5 and 10%.

Q. Can I pay monthly for my van insurance policy?

A. Many of our brokers will display the instalment options on the results pages, however some do not. If you wish to use a broker that does not display instalment options you will usually be given them when you click through to their site. Failing that, you can always call the brokers using the freephone numbers supplied. Some insurers will also charge interest on monthly premiums, so you should check the details of the policy.

Q. Can we help?

A. You can get help throughout the van insurance questions by using the help icons next to the field you are unsure about. If you still can’t find what you are looking for or are not sure about something please give us a ring on 08000 898998.

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