Like many of the young drivers who take advantage of Only Young Drivers car insurance, you’ll no doubt have lots of questions about our policies and the cover we provide. Chances are they’ll be the same questions our team gets asked every day. So to help you out before you pick up the phone – or explain a few things you might want to know, but forget to ask – you’ll find our most frequently asked motor insurance questions and answers right here.
MAKING CHANGES TO YOUR POLICY
e.g. change of vehicle, change of address, additional drivers
2) What do I do if my documents arrive and they are wrong?
3) What is a ‘mid term adjustment’?
4) What will I be charged for policy changes?
ABOUT CLAIMS
6) Will I get a courtesy car if I have an accident and am unable to drive my car?
WHAT SOME OF THE KEY POLICY WORDS MEAN
8) What is Third, Party, Fire and Theft cover?
9) What is an ‘excess’?
10) What is a ‘No Claims Discount’?
11) What is ‘Legal Expenses Cover’? Do I have it on my policy?
COMPLAINTS
QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR COVER
14) Am I able to drive any other cars besides the one I have registered and be insured under this policy?
15) If I have a No Claims Discount, can I protect it?
16) Do I have to tell you about any convictions?
17) Does my policy give me breakdown recovery for driving in the UK?
18) Am I covered against windscreen damage?
19) When do I need to renew my insurance policy?
PAYING FOR YOUR COVER
21) What do I do if I change my bank account details and I am paying my premiums by direct debit?
CANCELLING YOUR POLICY
FAQ Answers
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What do I do if I want to make a change to my policy?
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If you want to make any changes to your policy, no matter how insignificant they may seem, you must contact us immediately on 0844 893 1061. Back to top
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What do I do if my documents arrive and they are wrong? |
It’s important to check your policy documents as soon as they arrive. If any details are incorrect, you must contact us immediately. We’ll make any necessary changes and make sure we get corrected documents back to you as soon as possible. Back to top
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What is a ‘mid term adjustment’? |
A mid term adjustment is a change made to your policy after your policy has commenced. Back to top
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What will I be charged for policy changes? |
We will charge you an administration fee of £20 for processing changes to policies and responding to requests to issue duplicate or replacement documentation. This is in addition to any charges your chosen insurer may apply – please see relevant policy booklet for details. Back to top
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What do I do in the event of a claim? |
Don’t worry, if you need to report a claim, or you need assistance in the event of an accident, simply call your chosen insurer (see relevant policy wording on this webiste). You’ll get straight through to a personal incident manager who will guide you through the claim process, step-by-step. Back to top
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Will I get a courtesy car if I have an accident and am unable to drive my car? |
Yes. If you are involved in an accident, regardless of whose fault it is, and your car is being repaired you are entitled to a hire vehicle for the duration of the repairs, subject to availability. Back to top
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What is ‘Comprehensive’ cover? |
Comprehensive cover insures you for damages for both your vehicle and any other vehicles (‘third parties’), whether it is your fault or not. This includes damage to your vehicle when left unattended, such as vandalism or a hit and run. You’re also covered for legal liability against third parties, including damages to their vehicle or compensation for injuries that have occurred because of an accident. Fire and theft of your vehicle is also covered. Back to top
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What is Third, Party, Fire and Theft cover? |
Third Party, Fire and Theft cover insures you if you are involved in an accident, for damage you cause to other people’s vehicles or property or for injuries they sustain. In addition you are also covered for your own loss or damage caused by fire (excluding arson) or theft. Back to top
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What is an ‘excess’? |
An excess on a car insurance policy is the amount you must pay towards the cost of a claim – you’ll find more details in your schedule and policy booklet. Back to top
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What is a ‘No Claims Discount’? |
It’s a term used to describe the discount the insurer applies to your policy when you have not made a claim or had a claim made against you. This is usually expressed as a number of years, and as a general rule, the more ‘No Claim’ years you clock up, the bigger the discount you’ll be entitled to. Back to top
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What is ‘Legal Expenses Cover’? Do I have it on my policy? |
Legal Expenses Cover gives you the opportunity to recover any uninsured losses if you are involved in an accident that is not your fault. Examples of uninsured losses can include your excess, loss of work earnings or compensation if you or any passengers in your car are injured.
Legal Expenses Cover is not automatically included in your policy. It is an additional insurance policy you can purchase when taking out Only Young Drivers car insurance.
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How do I make a complaint? |
We set very high standards for ourselves at Only Young Drivers.But, whilst we take great pride in our customer service, we recognise that, occasionally, things may go wrong. So if you ever feel you have cause to complain about our service, please call us on 0844 893 1061 or write to us at:
Only Young Drivers
Unit G3
Lacy Way
Lowfields Business Park
Elland
HX5 9DB
and we’ll do everything we can to put things right.
- If you have a complaint regarding the service of your insurer, please see the relevant poicy wording on this website.
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Am I able to drive abroad? |
Your Only Young Drivers policy allows you to drive in any country within the European Union, for up to three months in any one trip. To find out more, please refer to your policy booklet. Back to top
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Am I able to drive any other cars besides the one I have registered and be insured under this policy? |
Under the driving other cars policy extension you will not be covered for driving other cars if you are under the age of 25. Back to top
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If I have a No Claims Discount, can I protect it? |
You can protect your No Claims Discount when you have a minimum of four years No Claims Discount, providing you are aged 21 or over. Back to top
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Do I have to tell you about any convictions? |
Yes. You must advise us of any existing convictions – motoring or criminal convictions – when you take out your policy, and get in touch straight away if you have any convictions whilst your policy is in force. Failure to disclose any convictions could invalidate your insurance cover and result in a claim or part of a claim not being paid. Back to top
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Does my policy give me breakdown recovery for driving in the UK? |
No, breakdown recovery is not automatically covered in your policy. This is an optional extra we offer in conjunction with the RAC with the following cover level options:
- Roadside
- Roadside, Recovery and Home
- Roadside, Recovery, Home and Onward Travel
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Am I covered against windscreen damage? |
Yes. Your vehicle is covered for damage to, or breakage of, glass in your vehicle. Where your existing windscreen can be repaired, e.g. chips in the glass, you will have to pay an excess of £10. Where your windscreen is replaced, you will have to pay an excess (see policy wording for your insurance company on this website for details). Your No Claims Discount is not affected by windscreen claims. Back to top
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When do I need to renew my insurance policy? |
Don’t worry, we’ll remind you. In fact, we’ll send you your renewal documentation 21 days before the policy is due to renew explaining how you go about renewing your policy. Back to top
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How can I pay for my Only Young Drivers car insurance? |
To make it easy for you, we have two payment options – you can pay your annual premium in one payment via debit or credit cards, or you can choose to pay by monthly installments using direct debit. Back to top
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What do I do if I change my bank account details and I am paying my premiums by direct debit? |
All you have to do is call our premium finance provider, Premium Credit Limited, on 0844 736 9836 and provide them with the new details. Back to top
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What do I do if I want to cancel my policy? |
If you wish to terminate your policy you can call 0844 893 1061 or write to:
The Operations Director, Only Young Drivers, Unit G3, Lacy Way, Lowfields Business Park, Elland, HX5 9DB. Back to top
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What are my cancellation rights? |
You have the right to cancel your policy during an initial ‘cooling off period’ of 14 days and subsequent to this however you will be charged for the period you are on cover. Please refer to your policy booklet for details. Back to top
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What will I be charged for cancelling my policy? |
We will charge you an administration fee of £50 to cover administration costs. This is in addition to any charges your chosen insurer may apply – please see relevant policy booklet for details. Back to top
