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Accident - hit from behind. Should I claim?

My 24 year-old-son driving a 1997 VW Polo was hit from behind on nearside corner, damaging bumper & valance, approx repair £600 - driveable & still MOT able but quite 'heavy' cosmetic damage. Other driver accepted liability & his company car is being repaired on his insurance.

Son advised by garage to make a claim via his own insurance company who will then claim back costs & excess from other drivers insurance.

Will my son lose his NCD & will his future premiums be greatly affected?
Bearing in mind the age of the car is it worth pursuing a claim?

His insurance company has been notified but claim process not started. Thanks for your help.

Asked on 11 December 2011 by DRAGONGREENPOLO

Answered by Honest John
Of course he will. He was involved in a claim. Blame has nothing to do with it.

HJ
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