Car insurance guide

Car insurance guide - paperwork

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Paperwork

When buying a new car check the paperwork carefully to ensure you get no nasty surprises.

Examine the V5C registration document and check the registration date, number of owners and chassis.
When you complete the sale, ensure that the new owner's section of the V5C is filled out correctly, and that you take the relevant sections with you.
Look at the service history and see if it has been completed and, if buying a used car, see if important services have been carried out.
If the car is old enough to require an MoT, check the expiry date to make sure that you can get the car insured.
Make sure you get an invoice and sales contract showing that you have completed the deal and that the balance has been paid.
If you’re opting for a finance package from a dealer, check the paperwork and sign.