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Answer: Do not guess the vehicle details or choose a similar model. A new registration or recent database change can take time to appear.
Recheck the registration carefully, including letters and numbers that are easily confused.
If the provider cannot identify the car correctly, use another insurer that can or wait for the records to update.
Driving before the insurer can issue a valid certificate is not a workaround.
Check short-term car insurance options
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