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Which of these factors is making my car insurance quotes so astronomical???

chudleyette · 2010-09-21 18:39:29

I'm looking to buy a used car in the region of £700. I am female, 35, have only ever been a named driver on my husband's insurance so have 0 years NCD. I have been driving for 3.5 years and have no convictions etc. I am a mature student, taking a professional postgrad qualification. The cheapest quote I can find is £900,…

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22 September 2010 at 11:38AM

Student is one of the worst occupations you can put down (Musician being the worst). For example it would be 35% cheaper if you were a teacher.

As a postgrad aren't you really doing research rather than learning, so one of the researcher based occupations may be more appropriate. Have a look at the insurance occupation guide on this site.

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