Maintaining the option to drive after your 80th birthday can make an enormous difference to your independence and quality of life. Everyone needs to get out and about to carry out everyday tasks, and having a car to get you to the shops or to a friend’s house can make those tasks much easier.
While the DVLA will ask drivers over 70 to start renewing their licence every 3 years to keep a close eye on any health and safety concerns, there’s no reason why competent drivers can’t continue to use the roads for years after their 80th birthday. In fact, the number of people aged 80 or above on the roads is rising, with over 1.5 million drivers reported to be in this age category in February 2022.
Despite this, some insurance companies have made the decision not to offer car insurance for older drivers, or to increase their premiums by high amounts. And so it’s more important than ever to shop around and find an insurer that understands the needs of older drivers.
There are no upper age limits with Age Co Car Insurance, and so we will never decline to cover you based on your age alone. However, your circumstances will influence whether we can offer you cover. You will also need to be deemed medically fit and safe to drive by the DVLA before we can provide you with insurance services to suit your needs.
While drivers with more years of experience are often favoured by insurance providers, many drivers notice that their insurance increases when they reach 70. Shopping around for an insurance provider that takes the needs of older drivers into consideration is more important than ever at 80, and it may be worth choosing an insurance provider with no upper age limits, that specifically caters to older drivers.
No matter your age, you must report any of the medical conditions outlined by the DVLA both to the DVLA and to your car insurance provider. Some conditions might push the cost of your insurance up, but failing to notify your insurer could result in your policy becoming invalid, a £1000 fine, and even prosecution if you’re involved in an accident.
As well as your health, you must monitor your eyesight to ensure that it meets the legal requirements for driving. Free eye tests are available on the NHS for those aged 60 or older so there’s no excuse for getting caught out with the wrong prescription. Not only could this invalidate your car insurance, but it’s extremely dangerous.
Age Co welcomes experienced drivers of all ages - we have set no upper age limit on Age Co Car Insurance policies and strive to create the best policies and services to suit their needs. We appreciate that the ability to pay monthly and access to a 24-hour accident helpline can make a big difference, and so these are just some of the benefits that come as standard. Age Co's Car Insurance also offers a courtesy car, and the ‘Message Relay Service’ provides the option for a friend or family member to be contacted if a policyholder is involved in an accident.
Age Co Car Insurance has been awarded the highest possible Star Rating from Defaqto based on customer ratings of quality and comprehensiveness and has been recognised as a Feefo Platinum Trusted Merchant for providing exceptional services to our customers. Initially created to address the challenges that older drivers were reporting to us, our services always put the customer first.
Age Co Car Insurance is designed specifically with mature drivers in mind.
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. |
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Replacement locks |
Yes |
£100 excess. Up to £750. |
| 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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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 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)
Car Insurance Product Information Document
(viewable in pdf, file size 255 KB)
Car Insurance Locks & Keys Cover Information Document (for policies purchased after 1st March 2022)
(viewable in pdf, file size 88KB)
Third Party, Fire & Theft Cover Product Information Document (for existing customers only)
(viewable in pdf, file size 254 KB)
Third Party (Only) Cover Product Information Document (for existing customers only)
(viewable in pdf, file size 252 KB)
Motor Breakdown Policy Document
(viewable in pdf, file size 705 KB)
Motor Breakdown (UK) Cover Product Information Document
(viewable in pdf, file size 207 KB)
Motor Breakdown (UK & EU) Cover Product Information Document
(viewable in pdf, file size 206 KB)
Legal Protection Policy Document
(viewable in pdf, file size 622 KB)
Legal Protection Cover Product Information Document
(viewable in pdf, file size 253 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 8567* 0800 077 8567*
Lines open Mon-Fri: 8.30 am to 6.00 pm, Sat: 9 am to 1 pm. Calls may be recorded.
**You must have at least 4 years No Claims Discount and 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.
†The UK based service team has been awarded the Feefo Platinum Trusted Service Award 2022.
*If you call the 0800 number, you may be dealing with Ageas Retail Limited.
††There is no obligation to complete the renewal date section, you will just need to complete your contact details and provide us with an email address. See the Prize Draw Terms and Conditions.
Age Co Car, Breakdown and Home Insurance are arranged and administered by Ageas Retail Limited. AgeCo Limited is a trading subsidiary of Age UK (registered charity no. 1128267). Both AgeCo Limited (Financial Services Register no. 311438) and Ageas Retail Limited (Financial Services Register no. 312468) are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. AgeCo Limited registered office: One America Square, 17 Crosswall, London, EC3N 2LB (registered in England and Wales, no. 03156159). Ageas Retail Limited Registered office: Ageas House, Hampshire Corporate Park, Templars Way, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO53 3YA (registered in England and Wales, no. 01324965).
AgeCo Ltd is always committed to providing good customer service. If you buy a product from AgeCo Ltd, you may be contacted by Feefo.com on our behalf to find out about your buying experience.
If you need to make a complaint, please refer your policy documents or find details on our Contact Us page.
Age Co is unable to offer insurance to residents of the Channel Islands.
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