The Complete Motability Scheme Guide
Everything you need to know about leasing a vehicle through the UK Motability Scheme. Check your eligibility, explore included benefits, and learn how to apply with confidence.
Understanding the Application Process
Getting a vehicle through the Motability Scheme is a straightforward process designed to be stress-free. Here is how the journey works from start to finish.
Check Your Eligibility
Ensure you receive a qualifying mobility allowance and have at least 12 months remaining on your award. You can be any age, including children, as long as the benefit criteria are met.
Choose Your Vehicle
Browse the extensive range of brand-new cars, Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles (WAVs), scooters, or powered wheelchairs. You can visit a local Motability-accredited dealer to test drive models.
Apply at a Dealer
Once you have chosen your vehicle, the dealer will handle the application process for you. They will verify your eligibility, discuss any required adaptations, and set up your lease agreement.
Enjoy Peace of Mind
Collect your new vehicle and enjoy a fully inclusive lease. Everything from insurance and maintenance to breakdown cover and tyre replacement is taken care of for the duration of your agreement.
What’s Included in Your Lease
A fully inclusive, worry-free motoring package
Qualifying Benefits & Allowances
To join the Motability Scheme, you must receive one of the following government mobility allowances and have at least 12 months remaining on your award.
| Qualifying Allowance | Awarding Body | Minimum Time Remaining | Can be used for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enhanced Rate of the Mobility Component of PIP | DWP | 12 months | Car, WAV, Scooter, Powered Wheelchair |
| Higher Rate Mobility Component of DLA | DWP | 12 months | Car, WAV, Scooter, Powered Wheelchair |
| War Pensioners’ Mobility Supplement (WPMS) | VMW | 12 months | Car, WAV |
| Armed Forces Independence Payment (AFIP) | VMW | 12 months | Car, WAV, Scooter, Powered Wheelchair |
Motability Scheme FAQ
Answers to the most frequently asked questions about eligibility, vehicle choices, and the application process.
The Motability Scheme is a UK charity programme that allows disabled people to lease a brand-new car, Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV), scooter, or powered wheelchair in exchange for all or part of their qualifying mobility allowance.
You are eligible if you receive one of the following: the Enhanced Rate of the Mobility Component of PIP, the Higher Rate Mobility Component of DLA, the War Pensioners’ Mobility Supplement (WPMS), or the Armed Forces Independence Payment (AFIP), and you have at least 12 months remaining on your award.
A Motability lease is fully inclusive. It covers comprehensive insurance for up to three named drivers, full RAC breakdown cover, servicing and maintenance, full tyre replacement, and windscreen repair or replacement. Most adaptations are also included at no extra cost.
Yes. If you travel as a passenger in a wheelchair, you can choose a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV). The scheme offers a wide range of WAVs, and many adaptations required for wheelchair access are funded entirely by the scheme.
Yes. You can nominate up to three drivers to drive the vehicle on your behalf. The primary applicant does not need to be the driver, but the vehicle must be used for the benefit of the disabled person.