What is Motability?

The Motability Scheme has been an important government-backed initiative for those with a disability since being introduced in the 1970s.
The scheme entitles those in receipt of selected benefits to exchange their allowance for the lease on a brand-new vehicle from the likes of Abarth, as well as take advantage of full insurance cover, breakdown assistance, road tax, and more. What’s more, if you require certain adaptations, these often come for no additional cost.

Am I eligible?

Find out more about the benefits of Motability To qualify for the Motability Scheme, it’s essential that you are in receipt of one the following mobility benefits from the government. What’s more, you should have a minimum of 12 months’ award remaining:
● Higher Rate Mobility Component of Disability Living Allowance (HRMC DLA)
● Enhanced Rate Mobility Component of Personal Independence Payment (ERMC PIP)
● War Pensioners' Mobility Supplement (WPMS)
● Armed Forces Independence Payment (AFIP)
Parents or guardians of children under three who are in receipt of an eligible allowance can also lease a vehicle on their behalf.
Motability Eligibility Checker. The Eligibility Checker tool and the information below will help you to find out if you may be eligible to apply to join the Scheme.
Eligibility Checker
Check here to see if you're eligible to apply to join the Motability Scheme

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Who are you checking for?

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Which allowance do you receive? You must receive one of the five mobility allowances listed below in order to be eligible for the Motability Scheme
Which allowance does the person you are checking on behalf of receive? They must receive one of the five mobility allowances listed below in order to be eligible for the Motability Scheme
Enhanced Rate of the Mobility Component of Personal Independence Payment (PIP).
Higher Rate Mobility Component of the Disability Living Allowance (DLA)
Higher Rate Mobility Component of Child Disability Payment (CDP) (Scotland)
War Pensioners' Mobility Supplement (WPMS)
Armed Forces Independence Payment (AFIP)
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None of these

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Do you have 12 months of your allowance remaining? You must have 12 months of your allowance remaining when you apply to join the Motability Scheme.
Do they have 12 months of their allowance remaining? The person you are checking on behalf of must have 12 months of their allowance remaining when they apply to join the Motability Scheme.

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You can apply to join the Motability Scheme Here are some links to help you get started
The person you are checking on behalf of can apply to join the Motability Scheme Here are some links to help you get started

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We need some more information If you are unsure about the details of your award, you can check your Certificate of Entitlement* from your benefit payment agency (this will be either the Department for Work and Pensions, Social Security Scotland or Veterans UK)
We need some more information If you are unsure about the details of the award, the person you are checking on behalf of receives, you can double check their Certificate of Entitlement* from their benefit payment agency (this will be either the Department for Work and Pensions, Social Security Scotland or Veterans UK)
Department for Work and Pensions For enquiries about claiming PIP or DLA allowance:
Call them about PIP on 0800 121 4433
Call them about DLA on 0800 121 4600
Social Security Scotland For enquiries about the higher rate mobility component of Child Disability Payment:
Call them about PIP on 0800 182 2222
Veterans UK For enquiries about claiming WPMS or AFIP
Call them about PIP on 0808 1914 218
* The letter stating which allowance you have been awarded, and for how long the award lasts

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Unfortunately, you do not appear to be eligible to apply to join the Motability Scheme If you currently do not receive a higher rate mobility allowance you are not able to lease a vehicle on the Scheme, however if your circumstances change in the future you may become eligible. In the meantime the following links may be of interest to you.
Unfortunately, the person you are checking on behalf of does not appear to be eligible to apply to join the Motability Scheme If they do not receive a higher rate mobility allowance they are not able to lease a vehicle on the Motability Scheme, however if their circumstances change in the future you they become eligible. In the meantime the following links may be of interest to you.
Department for Work and Pensions For enquiries about claiming PIP or DLA allowance:
Call them about PIP on 0800 121 4433
Call them about DLA on 0800 121 4600

More About Motability

Find out more about the Motability Scheme at Lipscomb Abarth

Our Motability experts and facilities are among the very best around, meaning you will be able to drop in at a time that is convenient to discuss your needs and to learn more. You can also view and test drive any of the models we have in stock. 

FAQs

Our frequently asked questions look to provide answers to all your possible queries. However, if you’re still not satisfied, you can always liaise with a member of the team directly to discuss in person. 

What is Motability?

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The government-backed Motability Scheme enables those in receipt of selected mobility allowances to exchange their benefit for the lease on a brand-new vehicle from the likes of Abarth.

What is the Motability allowance for over 65?

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There’s no upper age limits for the Motability Scheme, meaning the allowance for over 65s is the same as for everyone else.

What cars are available on Motability?

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Our selection of Abarth vehicles suitable for Motability users is varied, so liaise with a member of the team today to learn more.

How does Motability work?

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The concept of the scheme is simple: your eligible allowance is paid directly to the dealership in exchange for the lease on a brand-new model from Abarth.

What car can I get on PIP?

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The full range of Abarth vehicles available through the scheme can be detailed by a member of our Motability team today.

What disability cars can you get?

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Speak to a member of the Lipscomb Abarth team directly in order to learn more about the various models that are available through the Motability Scheme.

How do I apply for a Motability car?

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The team at Lipscomb Abarth will be able to help manage the application from beginning to end, so liaise with them directly today to get started.

Am I entitled to a Motability car?

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As long as you are in receipt of an eligible mobility allowance and have at least 12 months’ award remaining, you will be able to take advantage of the scheme.

How do you apply for Mobility allowance?

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The easiest way to apply for the scheme is to speak to a member of the Lipscomb Abarth Motability department, who will be able to manage the process in full.

What cars can you get on DLA?

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You can learn more about the various Abarth models available through the Motability Scheme by speaking to one of our experts today.

Do I own the car at the end of the lease?

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At the end of the leasing period, you will have the option to extend the lease, return the vehicle and lease a new car, or return and have your allowance reinstated.

How does Motability insurance work?

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Comprehensive insurance is provided by RSA Motability (RSAM) and enables you to select up to three named drivers for the vehicle.