hello i would like to ask that if i am learing to drive in my brothers car (my brother does sit next to me and he has a full uk driving license).. i would like to ask do i have to be insured on his car ? i do put RED L plates on when i am learning in his car.
Please help!
Thanks,
2007-04-15 06:02:35 · 12 answers · asked by ticci121 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Insurance & Registration
of course you need insurance
2007-04-15 06:08:25 · answer #1 · answered by Maid Angela 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Of course you need insurance. This is the sort of thing that puts everybody else's insurance premiums up. I can't believe someone manages to fill out the form for a provisional driving license but doesn't know they need insurance (I hope you have a provisional license, but wouldn't be surprised if you didn't).
You don't only need insurance if you hit someone, traffic police do make routine stops (especially if you are driving erratically, which is quite a normal occurance for learners). If you got stopped, you would be in a heap of trouble, and would have to go to court. Pleading ignorance (although believable) would not get you very far.
And if I was your brother, I would not let you anywhere near the wheel of my car without insurance (if at all). Sorry if I sound harsh, but people driving without insurance really gripes me.
2007-04-15 13:17:21 · answer #2 · answered by fourbarrels 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
For leagal reasons you do need insurance as his insurance will only cover himself. If you were to have an accident while you were driving you would be liable for any damage and also any legal points.
If your brother is willing he may be able to add you onto his insurance although it would stand you in good stead with insurance companies to get your own policy, as this will also help you build up your no claims discount.
2007-04-15 13:11:31 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes you need insurance,you can be put on your brothers insurance policy,if you are not insured to drive the car then your brother will also be held responsible for allowing you to drive his car without insurance
2007-04-15 16:24:00 · answer #4 · answered by lou 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes you need to be insured if your learning to drive without a proper instructor next to you
2007-04-15 13:19:37 · answer #5 · answered by Fireice 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes you do need to be insured,but you could be insured on your brothers policy .
2007-04-18 13:33:51 · answer #6 · answered by Mick 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes you do, get your brother to insure you as a named driver.
2007-04-15 13:06:08 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes you need to be insured too, and yes its red plates. the green ones mean you have not long passed your test i think
2007-04-15 13:08:00 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes you do need to be insured get your drother to add your name to his insurance and you pay the cost
2007-04-15 14:42:37 · answer #9 · answered by telboy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you need insurance, he may be able to add you to his policy.
2007-04-15 13:04:42 · answer #10 · answered by jeanimus 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋