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AA Mechanical Breakdown Insurance

Cover for unexpected mechanical costs

Mechanical Breakdown Insurance (MBI) can be on your current car or when you're buying your next one and protects you against costs that come with repairing unexpected mechanical faults.

When your car breaks down, MBI is here to help with unexpected repair bills to get your car fixed, so that you can get back on the road again.

At the AA, we understand what motorists need. That’s why we offer extensive MBI cover to suit your needs – and your pocket.

A quick summary

  • Parts and labour are covered for a wide range of mechanical and electrical breakdowns​
  • Cover for petrol, diesel, hybrid and electric vehicles​
  • Maximum cover varies depending on your car and the option you purchase​
  • AA Roadside Assistance Cover available to select when buying MBI. It includes unlimited callouts, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year​

Be confident knowing what your policy covers

We want to make sure you’re confident in knowing what you are or aren’t covered for. That means reading the Policy Wording to understand the benefits as well as your responsibilities, and the cover limits and exclusions of your policy.

Benefits

Advantage Advantage Plus
Limit per claim* Up to $5,000 or market value Up to $10,000, $12,500 or $15,000
Access & Comfort N/A Yes
Assistance & Safety N/A Yes
Entertainment N/A Yes
Performance N/A Yes
Towing $300 per claim $300 per claim
EV & hybrid battery cover** $2,500 - $5,000 $5,000 - $10,000
Additional Cover Options
AA Roadside Available Available
Consumable items $300 per claim $300 per claim
Travel disruption $1,200 per claim $1,200 per claim

* Claim limits depend on make and model. The total of all claims is limited to the vehicle's market value.

** EV & hybrid battery cover depends on the age of your vehicle at claim time.

This table is a summary only. Eligibility criteria depend on vehicle age and kms at time of insurance purchase, and are subject to vehicle make and model. Please see the Policy Wording for full terms, exclusions, conditions and benefits.

Cover for your electric vehicle

An Electric Vehicle Battery Cover will be added to your cover for electric battery and hybrid vehicles. The package has some unique conditions and covers auxiliary engines, drive unit (inverter), dual charger and electric vehicle batteries.

Policy Wordings

Select your policy purchase period below.

Things you should know

  • Mechanical Breakdown Insurance (MBI) covers any reasonable costs of certain mechanical and electrical parts failure if a vehicle suffers a sudden and unforeseen breakdown, and is not caused by general wear and tear.
  • MBI doesn’t cover claims associated with any issues that existed before the purchase of the vehicle. Remember, it’s still important to check you’re not buying a lemon with an AA Pre-purchase inspection.
  • Before taking out MBI, check whether the vehicle is covered by a manufacturer's warranty. 
  • MBI is not general car insurance and does not cover things like fire, theft and accidental or third-party damage. For your car insurance needs, visit AA Insurance.
  • There's a 30 day no-obligation period, giving you further peace of mind that if you change your mind in this time, we'll refund 100% of the premiums you've paid, so long as no claims have been made.
  • An excess is payable per claim, and the excess amount is determined on application based on the category of vehicle and cover type.
  • It's possible to extend your cover by purchasing another policy on expiry, where eligibility criteria would apply.
  • To keep your policy valid, you need to keep your vehicle maintained, have a valid warrant of fitness and meet minimum servicing requirements in line with the Policy Wording.

What our customers are saying

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"This is my second time buying this mechanical insurance, it's easy to claim and there is no need to worry if anything happens, as it is covering all the cost. That's why I have renewed for another three years."

John

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"Quick and easy to purchase with pricing up front."

Nathan

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"I had a great experience getting MBI for my new car. The information provided on the MBI options was clear and concise, and the application process was very easy."

Jason

Contact us

Policy Enquiries:

0800 262 411

Available Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm

Claims

0800 809 700

Available Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm

Our insurance partner

AA Mechanical Breakdown is a partnership between The New Zealand Automobile Association Incorporated (AA) and Autosure Insurance Limited (Autosure). Autosure underwrite AA Mechanical Breakdown products.

Financial Strength Rating

Autosure Insurance Limited has been given a B++ (Good) financial strength rating by A.M Best.

Financial advice

Our website provides general information about our products and services to help you make choices when it comes to protecting the things in life that really matter. The information doesn’t take into account your personal circumstances, needs or goals and is not intended to be financial advice.

If you'd like to receive financial advice, you can get professional advice from a registered financial adviser.

AA Member benefit

10% AA Member Discount available for new policies

Terms and conditions apply*