This petition was submitted during the 2017–2019 Conservative government
Rejected petition Stop car insurance companies from writing off a repairable car
Insurance companies write off cars because the cost of repairs is more than the value.
Policyholders should be given the choice to:
1. decided if they would like a fair payout
2. decide to keep their car and have it repaired no matter the cost if it's a no-fault claim.
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The rules for dealing with written off cars are clear. Industry body the Association Of British Insurers says car insurance companies must offer a proper payout for the value of your car.
This means you must be offered a sum that will allow you to purchase a similar car in similar condition in your local area.
This is not happening and car insurance companies are paying out less than what your car is worth which leaves the no-fault driver having to fit the bill for other expenses which is a stressful process.
This petition was rejected
Why was this petition rejected?
It’s not clear what the petition is asking the UK Government or Parliament to do.
This petition seems to be calling on insurance companies, not the UK Government or Parliament, to take action.
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