Egg Breakdown Rescue

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Company:Egg
www.egg.co.uk
Egg
Product:Breakdown Rescue
 
Quote via this site:Not available
Application Criteria 
Availability:Add-on
Cooling Off Period:
YOUR RIGHT TO CANCEL
If the cover under this Policy does not meet your requirements, please return all documents within 14 days of receipt to: Customer Entitlements, Green Flag House, Cote Lane, Pudsey LS28 5GF. We will return the Premium in full providing no claims have been made during that time. The full annual Premium is due if a claim has been made during that period.
UK Max Vehicle Length:
GENERAL CONDITIONS
5. Cover is only available under this Policy for the following:
- A privately-registered motor car, motor cycle, three-wheeler or car-based van up to 3,500kg when loaded none of these must be more than 7m in length, 3m in height and 2.25m in width.
- A standard caravan or trailer which meets with all relevant rules and regulations listed in Section 5 Caravan and Trailer Cover and was being towed by the Insured Vehicle at the time of the Insured Incident.
UK Max Vehicle Weight:
GENERAL CONDITIONS
5. Cover is only available under this Policy for the following:
- A privately-registered motor car, motor cycle, three-wheeler or car-based van up to 3,500kg when loaded none of these must be more than 7m in length, 3m in height and 2.25m in width.
- A standard caravan or trailer which meets with all relevant rules and regulations listed in Section 5 Caravan and Trailer Cover and was being towed by the Insured Vehicle at the time of the Insured Incident.
UK Max Vehicle Width:
GENERAL CONDITIONS
5. Cover is only available under this Policy for the following:
- A privately-registered motor car, motor cycle, three-wheeler or car-based van up to 3,500kg when loaded none of these must be more than 7m in length, 3m in height and 2.25m in width.
- A standard caravan or trailer which meets with all relevant rules and regulations listed in Section 5 Caravan and Trailer Cover and was being towed by the Insured Vehicle at the time of the Insured Incident.
Max Vehicle age-Vehicle:Unlimited
Breakdown Details 
Rescue Service Provider:Green Flag Motoring Assistance
Underwriter:UK Insurance Limited
Cover Basis:Vehicle only
Joint Cover:No
Family Cover:No
Roadside Assistance:
SECTION 1. RESCUE
What is covered:

Following an Insured Incident occurring at least a quarter of a mile from either your Home or the place where the Insured Vehicle is usually kept, we will:
1.1 Arrange for roadside assistance and, if necessary, transportation of the Insured Vehicle and Insured Persons, to either a single destination of your choice within ten miles of the Insured Incident or to a suitable repairer within ten miles of the Insured Incident; and
1.2 Provide these services, including call-out and up to sixty minutes labour for roadside assistance.
Recovery:
SECTION 3. RECOVERY
3.1 Following an Insured Incident occurring at least a quarter of a mile from either your Home or the place where the Insured Vehicle is usually kept, you are entitled to the services detailed in Section 1 Rescue, above.
3.2 In addition to the services described in Section 2, if it is apparent that repairs cannot be effected by our service provider by the end of the normal working day of the Insured Incident, we will arrange and pay for the transportation of the Insured Vehicle and Insured Persons to your choice of the following in the United Kingdom:
- Your Home; or
- The original intended destination; or
- A suitable repairer within ten miles of either the Insured Incident, your Home or your original destination.
Please note:
This level of cover will not be effective until the day after you have arranged this cover for the first time. You will be entitled to the level of service described in Section 1 Rescue from the day of purchase.
Towing to Garage:
SECTION 3. RECOVERY
3.1 Following an Insured Incident occurring at least a quarter of a mile from either your Home or the place where the Insured Vehicle is usually kept, you are entitled to the services detailed in Section 1 Rescue, above.
3.2 In addition to the services described in Section 2, if it is apparent that repairs cannot be effected by our service provider by the end of the normal working day of the Insured Incident, we will arrange and pay for the transportation of the Insured Vehicle and Insured Persons to your choice of the following in the United Kingdom:
- Your Home; or
- The original intended destination; or
- A suitable repairer within ten miles of either the Insured Incident, your Home or your original destination.
Please note:
This level of cover will not be effective until the day after you have arranged this cover for the first time. You will be entitled to the level of service described in Section 1 Rescue from the day of purchase.
Home Service:
SECTION 2. RESCUE PLUS
If an Insured Incident takes place within a quarter of a mile of your Home you will be entitled to the services detailed in Section 1 Rescue.
SECTION 1. RESCUE
What is covered:

Following an Insured Incident occurring at least a quarter of a mile from either your Home or the place where the Insured Vehicle is usually kept, we will:
1.1 Arrange for roadside assistance and, if necessary, transportation of the Insured Vehicle and Insured Persons, to either a single destination of your choice within ten miles of the Insured Incident or to a suitable repairer within ten miles of the Insured Incident; and
1.2 Provide these services, including call-out and up to sixty minutes labour for roadside assistance.
Hire Car Benefit:
SECTION 4. RECOVERY PLUS
4.1 If it is apparent that repairs to the Insured Vehicle cannot be effected by our service provider by the end of the working day, or if the Insured Vehicle has been stolen and is not recovered in a roadworthy condition the same day, we will arrange and pay for one of the following four options at your request, subject to availability:
2. Where available, the hire of a self-drive rental vehicle of an equivalent level to the Insured Vehicle up to a maximum of 1600cc, for a reasonable period to complete your journey, up to a maximum cost of £100 in total;
What is not covered:
1. Any costs which we have not been notified of at the time of the Insured Incident and which we have not previously agreed.
2. Vehicle hire in the event of the Insured Vehicle requiring routine servicing, being out of use temporarily under warranty or for other repair work to correct non-immobilising faults or undergoing repair of cosmetic damage.
3. The cost of fuel and oil used in any replacement vehicle or any additional insurance offered by the replacement vehicle hirers.
European Travel:No
Average Call-out Time:
40 MINUTES- Help arrives
- On average, our recovery vehicle will be with you within around 40 minutes of your call.
- We are so confident that we can reach you within an hour, that if we dont you can claim £10, thanks to our Rapid Response Pledge.
- We repair 80% of breakdowns at the roadside. Labour is free - all you pay for are any parts used.
- We may recover the vehicle to a place of safety if you break down in a dangerous location.
Discounts 
Online Discount:0
No Call-Out Discount:No
Max NCD (%):Not applicable, there is no 'No Call Out' discounts.
Premiums 
Rating Method:The premiums are flat rated.
Single Online Discount:0%
Vehicle Online Discount:0%
Vehicle Prem One-Off (£):£69.30
Joint Online Discount:0%
Family Online Discount:0%
Vehicle Cover 
Recovery Distance:
SECTION 3. RECOVERY
3.1 Following an Insured Incident occurring at least a quarter of a mile from either your Home or the place where the Insured Vehicle is usually kept, you are entitled to the services detailed in Section 1 Rescue, above.
3.2 In addition to the services described in Section 2, if it is apparent that repairs cannot be effected by our service provider by the end of the normal working day of the Insured Incident, we will arrange and pay for the transportation of the Insured Vehicle and Insured Persons to your choice of the following in the United Kingdom:
- Your Home; or
- The original intended destination; or
- A suitable repairer within ten miles of either the Insured Incident, your Home or your original destination.
Please note:
This level of cover will not be effective until the day after you have arranged this cover for the first time. You will be entitled to the level of service described in Section 1 Rescue from the day of purchase.
Recovery Max Persons:
SECTION 3. RECOVERY
3.1 Following an Insured Incident occurring at least a quarter of a mile from either your Home or the place where the Insured Vehicle is usually kept, you are entitled to the services detailed in Section 1 Rescue, above.
3.2 In addition to the services described in Section 2, if it is apparent that repairs cannot be effected by our service provider by the end of the normal working day of the Insured Incident, we will arrange and pay for the transportation of the Insured Vehicle and Insured Persons to your choice of the following in the United Kingdom:
- Your Home; or
- The original intended destination; or
- A suitable repairer within ten miles of either the Insured Incident, your Home or your original destination.
Please note:
This level of cover will not be effective until the day after you have arranged this cover for the first time. You will be entitled to the level of service described in Section 1 Rescue from the day of purchase.
Insured Person : you and any other person who at the time of the Insured Incident, is driving or riding as a passenger in the Insured Vehicle with your permission; to a maximum of 8 persons including the driver;
Max Towing Persons:
Insured Person : you and any other person who at the time of the Insured Incident, is driving or riding as a passenger in the Insured Vehicle with your permission; to a maximum of 8 persons including the driver;
Hire Car Type:
SECTION 4. RECOVERY PLUS
4.1 If it is apparent that repairs to the Insured Vehicle cannot be effected by our service provider by the end of the working day, or if the Insured Vehicle has been stolen and is not recovered in a roadworthy condition the same day, we will arrange and pay for one of the following four options at your request, subject to availability:
2. Where available, the hire of a self-drive rental vehicle of an equivalent level to the Insured Vehicle up to a maximum of 1600cc, for a reasonable period to complete your journey, up to a maximum cost of £100 in total;
What is not covered:
1. Any costs which we have not been notified of at the time of the Insured Incident and which we have not previously agreed.
2. Vehicle hire in the event of the Insured Vehicle requiring routine servicing, being out of use temporarily under warranty or for other repair work to correct non-immobilising faults or undergoing repair of cosmetic damage.
3. The cost of fuel and oil used in any replacement vehicle or any additional insurance offered by the replacement vehicle hirers.
Max Assistance Time:
1 HOUR + Recovery
If we cannot fix your vehicle at the roadside, we will recover you to the nearest garage or your home (if its within 10 miles of the breakdown).
I f you break down more than 10 miles from your nearest garage or home...
The distance we will recover you depends on your level of cover. Check your cover level to see if you have
Nationwide Recovery then wherever you are, we will recover you to your local garage or home, from anywhere in the UK.
Max Towing Distance:
SECTION 3. RECOVERY
3.1 Following an Insured Incident occurring at least a quarter of a mile from either your Home or the place where the Insured Vehicle is usually kept, you are entitled to the services detailed in Section 1 Rescue, above.
3.2 In addition to the services described in Section 2, if it is apparent that repairs cannot be effected by our service provider by the end of the normal working day of the Insured Incident, we will arrange and pay for the transportation of the Insured Vehicle and Insured Persons to your choice of the following in the United Kingdom:
- Your Home; or
- The original intended destination; or
- A suitable repairer within ten miles of either the Insured Incident, your Home or your original destination.
Please note:
This level of cover will not be effective until the day after you have arranged this cover for the first time. You will be entitled to the level of service described in Section 1 Rescue from the day of purchase.
Puncture Assistance:
Insured Incident : immobilisation of the Insured Vehicle as a result of breakdown, road accident, theft or attempted theft, malicious damage, accidental damage, fire, flat tyre, lack of fuel, flat battery, loss or breakage of car keys, within the United Kingdom;
Home Service Radius:
SECTION 2. RESCUE PLUS
If an Insured Incident takes place within a quarter of a mile of your Home you will be entitled to the services detailed in Section 1 Rescue.
SECTION 1. RESCUE
What is covered:

Following an Insured Incident occurring at least a quarter of a mile from either your Home or the place where the Insured Vehicle is usually kept, we will:
1.1 Arrange for roadside assistance and, if necessary, transportation of the Insured Vehicle and Insured Persons, to either a single destination of your choice within ten miles of the Insured Incident or to a suitable repairer within ten miles of the Insured Incident; and
1.2 Provide these services, including call-out and up to sixty minutes labour for roadside assistance.
Minimum Distance:
SECTION 1. RESCUE
What is covered:

Following an Insured Incident occurring at least a quarter of a mile from either your Home or the place where the Insured Vehicle is usually kept, we will:
1.1 Arrange for roadside assistance and, if necessary, transportation of the Insured Vehicle and Insured Persons, to either a single destination of your choice within ten miles of the Insured Incident or to a suitable repairer within ten miles of the Insured Incident; and
1.2 Provide these services, including call-out and up to sixty minutes labour for roadside assistance.
UK Vehicle Collection:
SECTION 4. RECOVERY PLUS
4.1 If it is apparent that repairs to the Insured Vehicle cannot be effected by our service provider by the end of the working day, or if the Insured Vehicle has been stolen and is not recovered in a roadworthy condition the same day, we will arrange and pay for one of the following four options at your request, subject to availability:
4.2 In addition if necessary, we will also:
- Pay for one single standard class rail ticket for you or any authorised driver to collect the Insured Vehicle following repair, up to a limit of £150;
What is not covered:
1. Any costs which we have not been notified of at the time of the Insured Incident and which we have not previously agreed.
2. Vehicle hire in the event of the Insured Vehicle requiring routine servicing, being out of use temporarily under warranty or for other repair work to correct non-immobilising faults or undergoing repair of cosmetic damage.
3. The cost of fuel and oil used in any replacement vehicle or any additional insurance offered by the replacement vehicle hirers.
Caravan and Trailer:
SECTION 5. CARAVAN AND TRAILER COVER
Your caravan or trailer will have the same cover as the Insured Vehicle when being towed by the Insured Vehicle provided:
5.1 It conforms to The Motor Vehicles (Constructions and Use) Regulations 1986, as amended or replaced from time to time; and
5.2 Fits a standard 50mm tow ball; and
5.3 It is not more than 6.42 metres, 21ft long (with load), 2.59 metres, 8ft 6 inches high and not weighing more than 2.5 tonnes including any load; and
5.4 The weight of the caravan or trailer when loaded is not more than the kerb weight of the Insured Vehicle; and
5.5 It is of proprietary make.
Lack of Fuel:
Insured Incident : immobilisation of the Insured Vehicle as a result of breakdown, road accident, theft or attempted theft, malicious damage, accidental damage, fire, flat tyre, lack of fuel, flat battery, loss or breakage of car keys, within the United Kingdom;
RTA Cover:
Insured Incident : immobilisation of the Insured Vehicle as a result of breakdown, road accident, theft or attempted theft, malicious damage, accidental damage, fire, flat tyre, lack of fuel, flat battery, loss or breakage of car keys, within the United Kingdom;
Other Cover 
UK Accommodation:
SECTION 4. RECOVERY PLUS
4.1 If it is apparent that repairs to the Insured Vehicle cannot be effected by our service provider by the end of the working day, or if the Insured Vehicle has been stolen and is not recovered in a roadworthy condition the same day, we will arrange and pay for one of the following four options at your request, subject to availability:
4. Overnight bed and breakfast accommodation, but not alcoholic drinks, for one night in a local hotel whilst awaiting repairs, provided that the Insured Incident occurs more than twenty-five miles from your Home or intended destination, up to a maximum cost of £40 per Insured Person, up to but not more than £240 per Insured Incident.
What is not covered:
1. Any costs which we have not been notified of at the time of the Insured Incident and which we have not previously agreed.
2. Vehicle hire in the event of the Insured Vehicle requiring routine servicing, being out of use temporarily under warranty or for other repair work to correct non-immobilising faults or undergoing repair of cosmetic damage.
3. The cost of fuel and oil used in any replacement vehicle or any additional insurance offered by the replacement vehicle hirers.
UK Emergency Theft:
Insured Incident : immobilisation of the Insured Vehicle as a result of breakdown, road accident, theft or attempted theft, malicious damage, accidental damage, fire, flat tyre, lack of fuel, flat battery, loss or breakage of car keys, within the United Kingdom;
Public Transport (£):
SECTION 4. RECOVERY PLUS
4.1 If it is apparent that repairs to the Insured Vehicle cannot be effected by our service provider by the end of the working day, or if the Insured Vehicle has been stolen and is not recovered in a roadworthy condition the same day, we will arrange and pay for one of the following four options at your request, subject to availability:
3. The cost for the Insured Persons to either continue the journey or return to your Home by our choice of alternative transport, up to a maximum cost of £100 per person;
What is not covered:
1. Any costs which we have not been notified of at the time of the Insured Incident and which we have not previously agreed.
2. Vehicle hire in the event of the Insured Vehicle requiring routine servicing, being out of use temporarily under warranty or for other repair work to correct non-immobilising faults or undergoing repair of cosmetic damage.
3. The cost of fuel and oil used in any replacement vehicle or any additional insurance offered by the replacement vehicle hirers.
Taxi Fare from Garage:No cover.
UK Replacement Driver:
SECTION 4. RECOVERY PLUS
4.1 If it is apparent that repairs to the Insured Vehicle cannot be effected by our service provider by the end of the working day, or if the Insured Vehicle has been stolen and is not recovered in a roadworthy condition the same day, we will arrange and pay for one of the following four options at your request, subject to availability:
4.3 Provision of a Chauffeur
In the event of you being declared medically unfit to drive the vehicle in the course of a trip or having to return home early because of what we agree is a serious or urgent reason and there is no other passenger qualified and competent to drive, we will arrange a chauffeur to take the Insured Persons, and the Insured Vehicle and your baggage to your destination in the United Kingdom. You will have to show medical certification at the time of the illness or injury.
What is not covered:
1. Any costs which we have not been notified of at the time of the Insured Incident and which we have not previously agreed.
2. Vehicle hire in the event of the Insured Vehicle requiring routine servicing, being out of use temporarily under warranty or for other repair work to correct non-immobilising faults or undergoing repair of cosmetic damage.
3. The cost of fuel and oil used in any replacement vehicle or any additional insurance offered by the replacement vehicle hirers.
Pre-Travel Helpline:No
Hospitalisation Cover:No
Legal Helpline:Not applicable, there is no legal cover.
Legal Expenses (£):No cover.
Message Forwarding:
SECTION 4. RECOVERY PLUS
4.2 In addition if necessary, we will also:
- Relay up to three telephone messages to family members, friends or business associates of yours to advise of unforeseen travel delays.
Loss of Keys:
Insured Incident : immobilisation of the Insured Vehicle as a result of breakdown, road accident, theft or attempted theft, malicious damage, accidental damage, fire, flat tyre, lack of fuel, flat battery, loss or breakage of car keys, within the United Kingdom;
Service Guarantee:
40 MINUTES - Help arrives
We are so confident that we can reach you within an hour, that if we dont you can claim £10, thanks to our Rapid Response Pledge.
Service Use Limit:
SERVICE LIMITS
We will provide assistance up to five times in any 12-month period of cover. We may write and tell you when you have reached that limit. If you need assistance more than five times within the Period of Cover, you may have to pay for the services we provide.
Service Limit Action:
SERVICE LIMITS
We will provide assistance up to five times in any 12-month period of cover. We may write and tell you when you have reached that limit. If you need assistance more than five times within the Period of Cover, you may have to pay for the services we provide.
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