Before driving someone else's motor vehicle, what should you check?

Before driving someone else's motor vehicle, it is essential to check that the vehicle is also insured for your use. This is crucial because insurance coverage protects you and other road users in case of an accident or damage while driving the vehicle. If the vehicle is not insured for your use, you may be liable for any damages or injuries incurred, and you could be held responsible for driving without insurance, which is against the law.

Verifying insurance coverage is an important precautionary step to ensure that you are legally allowed to drive the vehicle, as different policies may have specific restrictions regarding who is permitted to drive the vehicle. In contrast, concerns regarding the vehicle being registered to you, clearing fines from a previous owner, or the vehicle having been serviced do not directly address your responsibility and legality as a driver when using someone else's vehicle. These factors, while potentially important for vehicle ownership and maintenance, do not ensure that you are legally covered to drive the vehicle.