What factors could affect how much I pay for my car insurance?

When calculating your car insurance quote you will be asked a series of questions that will help the insurer determine the risk that they are potentially taking and how likely you are to make a claim on your car insurance policy. There are certain factors that can affect how much you pay for your car insurance, these include:

  • Your claims history
  • Your car’s age and value
  • Any claims made by your additional drivers
  • Any driving convictions that you or your additional drivers have
  • Any modifications you have made to the car away from the manufacturers original specifications
  • Where your car is kept overnight
  • Your postcode
  • The proposed annual mileage
  • Your occupation
  • Your vehicles use (commercial or private)
  • Security measures

You may be asked for additional information or specific proof depending on what the insurance provider is requesting.