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Van Protect Cover |
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[Please note that 'Van Protect' products can only be purchased at the point of purchase of your vehicle from an authorised AA Warranty dealership]
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This Insurance offers 'Parts and Labour' cover for specifically listed Components under the following categories. This is a summary of the cover offered. Specific Components are detailed in the Insurance document. |
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Engine
Cylinder block (excluding cracks and porosity),
cylinder bores and liners (excluding cracks
and porosity), crankshaft, crank bearings, big
end bearings, oil pump, con-rods, gudgeon
pins, small end bearings, pistons, piston rings,
cylinder head (excluding cracks, porosity),
rocker shaft, rockers, hydraulic lifters, camshaft
and cam followers, push rods, camshaft
bearings, inlet and exhaust valves, valve
springs, valve guides, cylinder head gasket,
timing gears, timing chains, flywheel or flex
plate, starter ring gear. (Excluding:
overheating, de-coking, burnt, pitted and
sticking valves).
- Cooling
Engine thermostat, water pump.
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Manual Gearbox
The following internal mechanical Components are covered: gears and gear clusters, selectors and shafts, synchromesh assemblies, bushes, ball and roller bearings, needle bearings.
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Automatic Gearbox
The following internal mechanical Components are covered: governor, valve block, oil pump, gears, brake bands, servos, clutches, seals, shafts, bearings, bushes, modulator valve.
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Differential(s) (2 wheel drive & 4x4's)
Planetary gear aassembly, crown wheel and pinion assembly. Internal shafts, bearings and bushes, thrust washers, spacers, bevel gears. (Excluding: centre differential 4X4 vehicles).
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Steering
Rack and pinion steering box. (Excluding: power steering and gaiters).
- Braking (To a maximum of £150 inc. VAT per claim)
Brake master cylinder.
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Electrical (To a maximum of £150 inc. VAT per claim)
Alternator, starter motor (including pre-engaged solenoid), starter solenoid.
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Casings
Consequential damage to casings caused by the failure of a covered Component will constitute part of the total claim within the Insurance limits.
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Working Materials
Should any authorised repair to any of the above Components require essential replacement of or topping up of lubricants, oils or coolant or replacement of the oil filter these shall be covered as part of the total claim within the Insurance limits, providing the Vehicle is not within 1,000 miles of its next due service.

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AA Warranty
Mechanical Breakdown Insurance |
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effected by AA Warranty.
The protection offered to You is an Insurance policy. Like all Insurance policies it has terms
and conditions. It is important that You read and understand these conditions to make sure
that it is the right product to suit Your needs. If You have any questions on the content of this
summary document, please contact AA Warranty customer services on 08454 74 74 07, or
clarify them with Your sales executive. We will be happy to help.
This Insurance is underwritten by AmTrust International Underwriters Limited (The Insurer),
whose address is 123 Lower Baggot Street, Dublin 2, Ireland, and effected through AA Warranty
(the administrator for the Insurer). AmTrust are authorised and regulated by the Irish Financial
Services Regulatory Authority, and licensed by the UK Financial Services Authority, registration
number 203014.
AA Warranty is a trading style of the Motorway Direct Plc group of companies, who are
authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority (FSA), authorisation number
311741. Our address is 1 Waterside Court, Bold Street, Sheffield, S9 2LR. We are covered by
the Financial Services Compensation Scheme. You may be entitled to compensation from the
scheme if We cannot meet Our obligations to You.
For details of authorised firms visit the FSA website on www.fsa.gov.uk/register
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Your Insurance cover |
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The Insurance
Subject to the correct premium having been paid, the Insurer will provide cover as detailed in this document.
What is covered by Your Insurance
The purpose of this Insurance is to contribute to the cost of repairs to Your Vehicle, required
due to the unforeseen mechanical Breakdown of the specified Components. Please remember
that any parts not covered will not be paid for by this Insurance. The Period of Cover and
maximum Claim Limits will be as stated on the Schedule. The Component cover is detailed
in the ‘What is covered’ section of Your Insurance document. No claim payment can be released
until the Insurance Application and full premium have been received by Us.
Important notes
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This insurance does not cover the failure of Components due to lack of routine or regular maintenance. Please ensure You read and understand the requirements on page 11, 'Caring for Your Vehicle' in Your Insurance document. |
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This Insurance does not cover vehicles used for hire or reward. |
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Authorisation for repairs - If You suspect that You have a fault which is covered by this Insurance, first contact Us, at which time You will be advised of the claims procedure. No repairs may be started until We have issued a claims authority number to You. |
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Nominated Repairers - We have a nationwide network of Nominated Repairers who are fully conversant with Our claims procedures. By using these Nominated Repairers You can ensure that You receive the best service from Your Insurance. |
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This Insurance does not cover servicing, maintenance, Components other than those specified or Components failing due to Wear and Tear (please read Your Insurance conditions carefully). |
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This Insurance is a contract of indemnity, which means that if an authorised repair results in the condition of Your Vehicle being better than immediately prior to the Breakdown, You may be required to pay a contribution to the costs. |
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This Insurance cannot be transferred to another vehicle. |
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This policy does not entitle You to Breakdown Assistance/Rescue services unless You have purchased and received a separate 'AA Assistance policy'. |
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Any customer excess applicable to this insurance will be as detailed on your Application Form / Schedule and will apply to each and every authorised claim. |
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This insurance is not valid until You have received a completed Schedule and the relevant premium has been received by Us. |
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Age and mileage conditions apply, please see Your dealer for details. |
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Features and benefits |
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Cover is available for up to 3 years, from date of purchase or the expiry of the manufacturer's warranty.
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Unlimited number of claims up to the retail value of the Vehicle in aggregate.
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On an authorised claim a contribution can be made towards recovery and vehicle hire.
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What is not covered - important exclusions |
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Your Insurance will not cover
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Components other than those specifically listed in the 'What is covered' section of Your Insurance document.
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General maintenance and Components failing due to Wear and Tear.
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Faults which occur during the period of guarantee of a manufacturer or supplier or items
which are subject to manufacturer’s recalls, updates, product or service concerns and
fixes.
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Damage caused by overheating, freezing, corrosion or the intrusion of harmful substances (for example the ingress of water), use of an incorrect grade of fuel or oil, or lack of antifreeze, lubrication or servicing.
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Improper use of the Vehicle, neglect or abuse of any kind, or drive on damage after a fault has occurred.
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Faults which were on the Vehicle at the time of purchase, or caused by poor servicing or previous repair.
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Consequential damage, caused by the failure of Components not covered by this Insurance, or to Components not covered by this Insurance.
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Any repairs not authorised by Us prior to the repair work being carried out.
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Any costs other than those specifically agreed and authorised by Us.
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Adjustments, the cleaning of Components or 'refacing' costs (e.g. skimming or honing) and diagnosis.
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Costs in excess of the equivalent UK specification Vehicle, if Your Vehicle has been imported.
- Failure of Components due to lack of routine or regular maintenance.
- Any customer excess as detailed in Your Application Form / Schedule.
- Faults caused by exceeding the maximum stated gross vehicle mass for Your Vehicle (overloading).
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Cancellation |
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You may cancel this Insurance within 14 days of the Conclusion Date and obtain a full refund by contacting our Customer Services department. If We have made a claim payment to You or on Your behalf during this time, You will have to return the money to Us. After 14 days You may cancel Your Insurance at any time but no refund of premium is available and any outstanding premium instalments must be paid to Us in full.
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We may cancel Your Insurance by writing to You and giving You 14 days notice. We will write to Your last known address. If We cancel Your Insurance We will refund to You the unused part of Your premium, calculated pro-rata. An administration charge may be applied.
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Caring for customers |
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If You have a problem
Our aim is to provide the highest level of service to You at all times in dealing with all aspects of Your Insurance. If You feel We have not achieved Our aim, please inform Us. Your feedback enables Us to monitor and improve the service We provide.
In the first instance, please contact Our Claims Manager, or Customer Services Manager either by telephone on 08454 747407, or by e-mail to customerservices@AAwarranty.co.uk. Alternatively write to them at AA Warranty, 1 Waterside Court, Bold Street, Sheffield S9 2LR.
Please ensure You quote Your Insurance number in all correspondence and enclose any evidence or documentation You wish Us to consider in reviewing Your complaint.
We will do Our best to resolve Your complaint quickly and with the least inconvenience to You, ideally within 5 working days. We will keep You informed of the progress of Your complaint if We require time to investigate.
On receiving Our answer You may, if You are not satisfied, appeal in writing to The Underwriting Director, Motorway Direct, 1 Waterside Court, Bold Street, Sheffield S9 2LR. Please make sure any new evidence or information is enclosed.
We expect complaints to be quickly and satisfactorily resolved at this level, however You can take the matter further by writing to The Claims Manager, AmTrust International Underwriters Limited. 123 Lower Baggot Street, Dublin 2, Ireland, who will arrange an investigation into the matter on behalf of the Executive Directors.
If You have still not received a satisfactory response, or Your complaint has not been resolved within eight weeks of Our receiving it, You may refer Your case to the Financial Ombudsman Service, set up by the Financial Services Authority to review unresolved Complaints. They can be reached at: The Financial Ombudsman Service, South Quay Plaza, 183 Marsh Wall, London E14 9SR. Telephone 0207 964 1000, e-mail: enquiries@financial-ombudsman.org.uk |
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Important notice:
Please note that an Insurance Summary does not contain the full terms and conditions of the Insurance product. Full terms and conditions can be found in the Insurance document. |
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