What Is Motability?
It's a charity organisation that was set up in 1977 and is funded by the Government to assist with disabled people's travel, making their lives easier and providing access to areas possible out of reach without this scheme.
Who can apply for Motability?
To apply for the scheme you will need 12 months remaining on the following disability benefits:
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Higher Rate Mobility component of the Disability Living Allowance - HRMC DLA
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An Enhanced Rate component of Personal Independence Payment -ERMC PIP
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War Pensioners Mobility Supplement -WPMS
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Armed Forces Independence Payment -AFIP
Looking at the above disability benefits, if you're someone that receives one of these or you're a carer, parent or nominated driver then you can check on the 'Motability Eligibility Checker' to find out if you're eligible to join the Motability scheme. For more information on joining Motability, visit: How To Join The Scheme.
What benefits will I receive on the Motability Scheme?
There is a range of benefits which make leasing a Nissan car through the Motability Scheme an attractive choice. Not only will you be driving a car that's been tailored to meet your individual needs, you will also benefit from the following:
- £250 New Vehicle Payment
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60,000 mileage allowance over three years
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Service & Maintenance at any of our 13 West Way dealerships
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Insurance for two drivers
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Full RAC Breakdown Assistance
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Annual Car Tax
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Free Replacement of Tyres if and when required
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Free Replacement of Windscreen if and when required
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A variety of adaptations available at no extra cost
Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
What Is PIP? - Personal Independence Payment is an allowance that's gradually replacing the Disability Living Allowance. There are 2 parts to PIP, you have a daily living allowance and a mobility allowance. Then for each allowance, there are 2 rates, a standard rate and an enhanced rate. You can lease a Motability car by using the enhanced rate.
Who's Affected By PIP? - PIP will replace DLA for disabled people aged 16-64. Disabled children will still receive DLA until they hit 16. DLA will be available to people aged 65 and over.
When To Make A Claim For PIP?- You don't need to actively do anything, you'll be contacted by the DEP between now and 2018 to make this change.
For more information on PIP, read: Personal Independent Payment