What is van insurance?
Just like other motor insurance, our van insurance can cover you and your vehicle against the cost of accidents and damage. From carrying your kit when you hit the road for an adventure to loading it with tools to go to work every day. It doesn’t matter if you use your van for business or pleasure. With our different options and add-ons, you can tailor your cover to suit you and your four wheels (or three!).
Tool cover
If someone uses a crowbar to crack open your door and pinch your tools, we’ll be there with a fix. Get up to £500 to replace them if you’ve got comprehensive cover with us 1
Repair guarantee
Following a claim, we’ll guarantee the quality of any repairs made by our approved repairers for as long as you insure your van with us 2
Glass replacement
If your van’s windscreen or windows shatter we can help pick up the pieces by sorting out a repair or replacement
Types of vans covered
We can cover vans under 3.5T GVW, including box vans, light vans and pick-ups. We’ve even got insurance for your ice cream van licked. When you get a quote, we’ll ask you to pick your particular type of van to see what we can offer.
Are you looking for business or personal van insurance?
We’ve got different options to pick from depending on what you use your van for.
Business vehicle and van insurance
You’ll need our Business Vehicle and Van Insurance if you use your van for any kind of work reasons, like driving to and from a job site or using it to help run your small business.
The van can be registered in your company's name or, if you’re a sole trader, registered in your own name.
Find out more about our Business Vehicle and Van Insurance.
Personal van insurance
Maybe you’re a keen gardener and your van is piled with pots or you’re an enthusiastic drummer on the weekend and need plenty of space to carry your stuff.
If you only drive your van for social use (and not as part of a small business or your working life), our personal van insurance could be what you need.
What our personal van insurance covers
Comprehensive Van Insurance
What’s covered
- Loss or damage to your vehicle
Cover if your vehicle is lost, stolen or damaged
- Vehicle recovery
If you have an accident we'll make your vehicle roadworthy with roadside repairs, or cover up to £150 for accommodation or public transport - Tool cover
Up to £500 tool cover for your must-have equipment included
- Glass replacement
We’ll cover the costs to replace or repair your van’s windscreen, sunroof or windows - Replacement locks
If your keys are lost or stolen, we’ll pay to replace locks, transmitters or immobilisers
What’s not covered
Unfortunately, we can’t cover everything – make sure you’re happy with what’s not covered, including:
- Business goods
Any goods or samples in connection with any trade or business
- Tyres
Any punctures, cuts or bursts – including those caused by braking - Resale value
We can’t cover you for any loss in value of your van after repair
Take a look at our policy wording for full details of what's not covered.
What’s optional
Choose optional add-ons at an additional cost to create cover that suits you.
- Breakdown cover
Roadside assistance, Recovery, At Home and Onward Travel as an add-on to your Van Insurance 3. Not available if you live in Northern Ireland - Protected no claim discount
Your premium won’t increase as a direct result of 1 claim when you renew - Motor legal
Help recovering your compensation and financial losses after a motor incident that wasn't your fault - Courtesy car
Access to a replacement vehicle – with standard and enhanced options available - Foreign use
Cover driving in most European countries – so wherever you are, you’re protected - Motor Injury Protection Plus
Injury cover and physiotherapy for you, your partner and any named drivers after a motor accident
Third Party, Fire and Theft
What’s covered
- Damage to your vehicle
Protection against loss or damage to your van due to fire, theft or attempted theft
- Vehicle recovery
Protection and removal of your vehicle if damaged by fire, theft or attempted theft
- Your liability
Cover if you injure someone or damage their vehicle or property in a motor accident
What’s not covered
Unfortunately, we can’t cover everything – make sure you’re happy with what’s not covered, including:
- New vehicle replacement
Not included with this type of cover
- Glass replacement
Any repair or replacement to glass in your windscreen, sunroof or windows - Medical expenses
Any medical expenses if you’ve been injured in an accident - Personal belongings
Damage to any of your personal belongings - Replacement locks
Locks, transmitters and immobilisers if your keys are lost or stolen
Take a look at our policy wording for full details of what's not covered.
What’s optional
Choose optional add-ons at an additional cost to create cover that suits you.
- Breakdown cover
Roadside assistance, Recovery, At Home and Onward Travel as an add-on to your Van Insurance 3. Not available if you live in Northern Ireland
- Motor legal
Help recovering your compensation and financial losses after a motor incident that wasn't your fault - Protected no claim discount
Your premium won’t increase as a direct result of 1 claim when you renew
Ready to get cover?
Personal van insurance
Cover your leisure vehicle if you only use it for social, and not business, reasons.
Business and sole trader van insurance
Cover your business vehicle if it’s registered in your company’s name or you’re a sole trader and it’s registered in your name.
Important documents
If you already have insurance with us, you'll find the documents for your policy in MyAviva.
Motor Insurance policy wording
PDF (233.6 KB)
Motor insurance product information document
PDF (81.5 KB)
Motor Insurance Important Information
PDF (99.8 KB)
Motor cover limits
PDF (139.5 KB)
Motoring in Europe – Extension to Cover terms and conditions
PDF (201.7 KB)
Rescue from Aviva policy wording
PDF (190.6 KB)
About our insurance services
PDF (25.0 KB)
Green Cards and driving in the EU
If you and your van are heading to the EU, you might have questions about Green Cards and if Brexit has changed the rules about driving in other countries. You can find the answers in our Green Card and Brexit FAQs.
How our claims process works
Whatever happens, we’re here when you need us – online and over the phone.
Let us know
If you’ve had an accident, call us straightaway on 0345 030 8870 ^.
Or log in to MyAviva to make a claim online (if you're registered).
You'll need your policy number to start your claim – so it's a good idea to have this to hand.
Expert review
We'll take a look at your claim and work out how best to help you.
We’ll review any photos or documents you’ve sent us as part of your claim and ask you for details of anyone else involved.
We’ll respond quickly
We'll get back to you as soon as we can to sort things out.
Depending on your cover, we'll organise repairs to get you back on the road. Or work with you to settle your claim if your vehicle can't be fixed.
If you’re looking for more cover
We’ve got a range of options to help protect what’s important to you.
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