Although the DVLA requires drivers to renew their licence every three years after turning 70, this does not necessarily suggest that they are unsafe to drive. It does ensure that any issues with health and eyesight are regularly monitored however so that an older driver does not become unsafe on the road.
Choosing the best car insurance for over 70s will become important as you reach this milestone, to ensure your individual needs are met. Age Co Car Insurance is specifically designed for mature drivers, with policies that can be enhanced with optional extras to give you the cover you need.
Age Co Car Insurance welcomes experienced drivers of all ages, and we have set no upper age limit on Age Co Car Insurance policies. As long as you are deemed safe to drive by the DVLA and medical practitioners you can get a quote today.
Not necessarily. While years of experience and a lengthy no-claims period could help get you a lower cost policy, you will still be subject to the same considerations you always have; including the type of car you drive and your postcode.
One of the key reasons that you must start renewing your driving licence every three years from the age of 70, is to ensure that your medical information is up-to-date and being assessed correctly. You must always report medical conditions that could affect your driving to the DVLA.
As well as this, you must also inform your car insurance provider of any changes to your medical health, or risk your policy becoming invalid. The price of your insurance and the options available to you might be impacted by certain conditions, but you could risk serious fines and/or prosecution if you fail to inform the right people.
You should also make the most of free NHS eye tests for over 60 year olds, to ensure that your eyesight meets the legal requirements for driving. If you are prescribed glasses, you must wear them when driving. If you do not it could invalidate your insurance policy.
Age Co car insurance comes with Protected No Claims Discount as standard. A guaranteed Courtesy Car. No Admin Fees and a ‘Get you home service’ after an accident – up to £250. Features such as a 24-hour accident helpline and a UK-based call centre are included. As well as those features, Age Co Car Insurance has continued to receive the highest possible Star Rating from Defaqto, since 2014.
Age Co Car Insurance is designed with the over 50s in mind and you can purchase fully comprehensive insurance.
Plus, with a whole range of added benefits and optional extras available, you can choose the cover that’s right for you, from an award-winning service provider.†
Get a car insurance quote online today.
In addition to this summary of cover, please refer to the policy booklet for terms, conditions, limitations and exclusions.
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Cover |
Comprehensive |
Significant limitations |
|---|---|---|
| Liabilities to third parties | Yes | £20,000,000 limit for third party property damage. |
| Use of your car in the European Union | Yes | Maximum 180 days in any one period of insurance. |
| Driving a car that does not belong to you | Yes. In some circumstances. | Cover only applies for the policyholder and if shown on the certificate of motor insurance. Cover is Third Party only. |
| Accidental or malicious damage to your own car | Yes | Market value. Subject to excesses. Additional excesses for young or inexperienced drivers. |
| Damage to own car by fire or theft | Yes | Market value. Subject to excesses. |
| Audio, navigation, entertainment, and telephone equipment | Yes | Cover only applies to equipment permanently fitted to the car. |
| Personal belongings | Yes | Up to £300. |
| Damaged windows or windscreen | Yes | £50 replacement excess. Cover is limited to £250 after the deduction of the excess if the approved glassline is not used. If your windscreen can be repaired, your excess will be waived. |
| Personal accident and road rage | Yes | Policyholder, spouse and civil partner: death £5,000; loss of sight or limb £5,000. |
| Medical expenses | Yes | Up to £500 each person. |
|
Replacement locks |
Yes |
£100 excess. Up to £500. |
| Trailer cover | Yes | Up to £350 if single axle and attached. |
| Medical emergencies | Yes | Within 24 hours of emergency occurring. |
Significant exclusions
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Cover |
Significant exclusions and limitations |
|---|---|
| Loss of or damage to car and personal belongings |
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| Loss of or damage to the car |
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| Driving a car that does not belong to you |
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| Audio, navigation, entertainment, and telephone equipment |
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| Personal belongings |
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| Damaged windscreen and window glass |
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| Personal accident |
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| Trailer cover |
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| Medical Emergencies |
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Car Insurance Policy Document
(viewable in pdf, file size 280 KB)
Comprehensive Cover Product Information Document
(viewable in pdf, file size 407 KB)
Choose from a range of optional extras to tailor the cover to suit you.
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Motor Legal Protection |
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| Excess Protection |
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To get a no-obligation Comprehensive Car Insurance quote, please have these details to hand:
If you're an existing customer, please call the friendly UK-based team on 0345 603 0512 if you need postal copies of any of your documents. Calls to 03 numbers use free plan minutes if available, otherwise they cost the same as 01/02 prefix calls.
Car Insurance Policy Document
(viewable in pdf, file size 280 KB)
Comprehensive Cover Product Information Document
(viewable in pdf, file size 407 KB)
Third Party, Fire & Theft Cover Product Information Document (for existing customers only)
(viewable in pdf, file size 407 KB)
Third Party (Only) Cover Product Information Document (for existing customers only)
(viewable in pdf, file size 405 KB)
Motor Breakdown Policy Document
(viewable in pdf, file size 705 KB)
Motor Breakdown (UK & EU) Cover Product Information Document
(viewable in pdf, file size 360 KB)
Motor Breakdown (UK Only) Cover Product Information Document
(viewable in pdf, file size 359 KB)
Motor Breakdown (UK & EU) Cover (Optional Extra) Product Information Document
(viewable in pdf, file size 360 KB)
Motor Breakdown (UK Only) Cover (Optional Extra) Product Information Document
(viewable in pdf, file size 359 KB)
Legal Protection Policy Document
(viewable in pdf, file size 622 KB)
Legal Protection Cover Product Information Document
(viewable in pdf, file size 406 KB)
Excess Protection Policy Document
(viewable in pdf, file size 624 KB)
Excess Protection Cover Product Information Document
(viewable in pdf, file size 358 KB)
Key Protection Policy Document
(viewable in pdf, file size 613 KB)
Key Protection Cover Product Information Document
(viewable in pdf, file size 359 KB)
Brexit Information for Policy Holders
(viewable in pdf, file size 1,268 KB)
0800 077 8597** 0800 077 8597**
Lines open Mon-Fri: 8.30 am to 6.00 pm, Sat: 9 am to 1 pm. Calls may be recorded.
†The UK based service team have been awarded the Feefo Platinum Trusted Service Award 2021.
***If you have at least 4 years of proven no claims and have made no more than 1 fault claim in the past 3 years.
^In the event of an accident or when recovered damaged following a theft, and if repairs are carried out by an approved repairer. A courtesy car will also be provided for up to 14 days if your vehicle is stolen or written off.
**If you call the 0800 number, you may be dealing with Ageas Retail Limited.
Age Co Car, Breakdown and Home Insurance are arranged and administered by Ageas Retail Limited. Age Co Insurance Services is the trading name of Age UK Enterprises Limited, a trading subsidiary company of Age UK (registered charity no. 1128267). Age UK Enterprises Limited donates its net profit to Age UK. Both Age UK Enterprises Limited (Financial Services Register no. 311438) and Ageas Retail Limited (Financial Services Register no. 312468) are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Age UK Enterprises Limited registered office: Tavis House, 1-6 Tavistock Square, London, WC1H 9NA (registered in England and Wales, number 3156159). Ageas Retail Limited registered office: Ageas House, Hampshire Corporate Park, Templars Way, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO53 3YA (registered in England and Wales, number 1324965).
Age UK Enterprises are always committed to providing good customer service. If you buy a product from Age UK Enterprises, you may be contacted by our partners Feefo on our behalf to find out about your buying experience.
If you need to make a complaint, please refer to the policy documents.
Age Co are unable to offer insurance to residents of the Channel Islands.
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