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Trapped in Portugal because of Coronavirus - what can I do?

I'm stuck in Portugal with my car because of Coronavirus and no idea when I can get back to UK (borders closed,ferries cancelled etc), and therefore unable to renew my MOT when it expires. My car insurance covers me for driving in EU but am I still covered when my MOT runs out and I have no way of renewing it?

Asked on 20 March 2020 by clef

Answered by Honest John
I think this would be seen as being outside the range of your control. You are always still covered even when the mot expires, as that is not proof of "roadworthness", as long as the car "is" roadworthy you will be insured.

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