What is the Motability Scheme?
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In short: Motability lets you exchange a qualifying mobility award for a leased car, wheelchair accessible vehicle, scooter or powered wheelchair. You usually need enhanced PIP mobility, higher-rate DLA or Child Disability Payment mobility, or War Pensioners’ Mobility Supplement.
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The weekly mobility money is paid to Motability instead of you. Daily living PIP is not used. Many leases include insurance and servicing; some vehicles need an advance payment. Apply through Motability with your award letter — it is not automatic when PIP is granted.
You still need a Blue Badge separately if you want parking concessions, and you still must tell DVLA about notifiable medical conditions if you drive. Guide: Motability explained. Official scheme: www.motability.co.uk
Primary source: gov.uk/pip/how-much-youll-get
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