Motability
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Getting a Motability car
This advice applies to England Print
If you receive a benefit because you have a disability or illness that makes it hard for you to get around, you can use it to pay for a vehicle from a charity called Motability.
You can choose from lots of different vehicles, for example cars, mobility scooters or powered wheelchairs.
You’ll only be paying for the lease of the vehicle - it won’t belong to you. If you stop receiving your benefit, you’ll have to return it.
Check you’re eligible
You can get a Motability car or vehicle if you’ve been awarded:
- the higher rate mobility component of Disability Living Allowance (DLA)
- the enhanced rate mobility component of Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
- Armed Forces Independence Payment (AFIP) or War Pensioners’ Mobility Supplement
When you apply for a Motability vehicle, you must have at least 12 months left before your benefit ends - check your benefit decision letter if you’re not sure.
You can’t apply for a Motability vehicle if you’re getting DLA and the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has sent you a letter saying you need to apply for PIP. You won’t be affected if you already have a Motability vehicle.
If you don’t drive, you can still get a Motability vehicle and choose someone else to drive it. You can choose up to 2 people to drive on your behalf.
Claiming on behalf of a child
It’s possible to claim for a Motability vehicle for a child who is aged 3 or over.
Read more about the Motability help available on GOV.UK.
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