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NON-FAULT CLAIMS

Been in an accident
that wasn't your fault?

Here's exactly what happens next.

We guide you through every step — so you don't have to fight insurers alone. From reporting the accident to collecting your repaired car, we handle everything at zero cost to you.

NO EXCESS TO PAY
NCB PROTECTED
FREE COURTESY CAR

01 — WHAT IS A NON-FAULT CLAIM

If it wasn't your fault,
you shouldn't pay a penny.

A non-fault claim means someone else caused the accident. Their insurance should pay — not yours. This includes rear-end collisions, being hit while parked, and someone pulling out on you.

  • Your No Claims Bonus is protected
  • You pay zero excess
  • Claim goes against other driver's policy
Premium abstract automotive composition representing a non-fault claim scenario

02 — YOUR 3 OPTIONS

Your 3 options after an accident

OptionWhat HappensProsCons
Claim on your own insuranceYour insurer pays, then tries to recover costsQuick fixPay excess upfront, NCB at risk, premiums may rise
Claim directly against third-party insurerYou contact the other driver's insurer yourselfNo impact on your policySlow, complicated, insurers make it difficult
Use our non-fault serviceRecommendedWe handle everything through our claims partnerYou pay £0, NCB protected, courtesy car provided, we handle all paperworkNothing — it's the best option

03 — EXCESS QUESTION

Do I have to pay my excess?

If you claim on your own policy first: yes, you pay upfront (but may be able to reclaim later).

If you use our service: no — we recover it directly from the at-fault insurer. You pay £0.

£0Your ExcessProtected by us

04 — INSURANCE PROTECTION

Will this affect my insurance?

When we handle it as a true non-fault claim through our claims partner, your No Claims Bonus is fully protected. The claim is registered against the at-fault driver's policy — not yours.

NCBProtected✓ Fully Secured

05 — WHAT YOU'RE ENTITLED TO

What you're entitled to

Full repair cost paid by the at-fault insurer
Courtesy car while your vehicle is being repaired
Recovery of your excess (if already paid)
Market value payout if your car is written off
Recovery of towing, storage, and other related expenses

06 — OUR PROCESS

Our step-by-step process

Step 01

Contact Us

Call us or fill in the form. Tell us what happened — takes under 5 minutes.

Step 02

We Assess

Photos or in-person inspection. We confirm non-fault status and arrange a courtesy car.

Step 03

We Repair

Your car is repaired to manufacturer standard. Courtesy car provided throughout.

Step 04

We Recover

Our claims partner recovers all costs from the at-fault insurer. You pay nothing.

07 — SCENE COLLECTION

What to collect at the scene

Photos of all vehicles, damage, number plates, and the scene
Other driver's name, address, phone number, insurance details, and registration
Witness names and contact details
Police report reference number if officers attended

Never admit fault at the scene — even saying 'sorry' can be used against you.

Illustration showing what information to collect at an accident scene including photos and documents

08 — COMMON QUESTIONS

Common questions

Ready to start
your claim?

Contact us now and we'll take it from there.

You pay £0 — no excess, no hidden charges.
NCB fully protected.
Courtesy car provided.
We handle all paperwork and insurer negotiations.
0161 400 1687Call us, 8am–7pm Mon–Sat
contactus@nolimitauto.co.uk