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    Total Loss

    Vehicle uneconomic or unsafe to repair.

    A total loss occurs when the cost of repair, plus any salvage value, exceeds the pre-accident value of the vehicle. Total losses are categorised A, B, S or N under the ABI Code of Practice depending on damage severity.

    Related terms
    Category SCategory NDiminution of Value