Motability Scheme from PIP
The Motability Scheme lets you use your enhanced PIP Mobility allowance to lease a car, scooter or powered wheelchair from a panel of manufacturers. You need enhanced Mobility (12 or more points) with at least 12 months remaining on your award.
Eligibility
- Enhanced PIP Mobility rate (£77.05 per week).
- At least 12 months remaining on your award when you apply.
- You can drive yourself, name up to two other drivers, or be a passenger.
How the allowance is used
Motability collects your enhanced Mobility allowance (£308.20 every 4 weeks; £4,006.60 per year) directly from DWP. Cars on the standard list use the allowance only; some pricier or adapted vehicles require an advance payment.
What the lease includes
- The car (or scooter / powered wheelchair).
- Insurance for up to three drivers.
- Servicing, maintenance, MOT, tyres.
- Breakdown cover.
- Adaptations on most cars, free for in-scope modifications.
If your award is downgraded at review
If your enhanced Mobility is reduced to standard at a review, Motability ends the lease with a transition period (eight weeks for cars, longer for adapted vehicles). A "Transitional Support Package" payment of up to several thousand pounds is available to help you replace the vehicle.
Scotland (ADP) note
Adult Disability Payment (Scotland) enhanced Mobility also qualifies for Motability. Case transfer from DWP PIP to ADP does not interrupt an existing Motability lease.