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Most recently answered write offs questions

Can I get Category C removed from the V5? It is because of fire damage in 2009.

Can I use my Category N write off on the road again?

Can I still drive my Cat N car? My car was hit by a police car while it was parked and after 4 months of trying to get them to repair it their insurance has now deemed it a Cat N write off after sending...

I've received what i think is an excessive repair quote, will this result in my car being written off?

I have a my fault claim with car insurance I’ve stated I want my own repairer to do the work. My repairer has sent quote to me and to insurer but it seems really excessive, nearly £4000, an amount that...

Can you change a category S car?

i have seen a car on an auction site, which is a police disposal, and down as a cat s, however there is zero damage to the vehicle. Is there any way of having this amended?

Should I buy a category S car?

Is it sensible to buy a category S car?

Can I challenge my write-off valuation?

If one is involved in a no-fault crash, where the car is written off and where the insurance company offer a cash amount that is well below the value of the vehicle, does one have to take the cash offer...

Should I buy a Cat S Tesla?

I'm considering buying a CAT S Tesla Model 3 and I'm aware that insurance may cost more but I have a number of other questions that I'm hoping you might help with: - does the Tesla warranty continue to...

Can I keep my personal registration if the car is stolen or written-off?

For possible future reference, how can a personal registration be retained if the car is stolen or beyond economic repair after an accident?

Is my car likely to be a write off?

My 6 year old 1.4 TSI Golf Estate was damaged by a coach while parked. It has just gone away to be assessed. The damage seems superficial, but it involves multiple panels starting at the bumper and rear...

My car has been given a Cat S write-off status - can I contest this?

My car was given a Cat S write-off without any Inspection. Can I request an inspection? Could the Cat S status be cancelled if the inspection results were favourable?