Do you get Advance Payment back on Motability?

Any Advance Payment you have paid will be refunded on a pro-rata basis and you may be eligible for a pro-rata Good Condition Bonus. Please be aware that repeated cancellations can affect your eligibility for the Motability Scheme.

What is the advance payment on Motability?

The Advance Payment is the remainder of the cost of the agreement that is not covered by the allowance over the length of the agreement. If you have chosen a car with an Advance Payment, it will need to be paid in full to your dealer either before or on the day you collect your new car.

What is the good condition bonus with the Motability scheme?

The Good Condition Bonus is our way of saying thank you for looking after your Motability Scheme car. When you return your car at the end of your lease, it is sold, either online through a network of dealers, or at an auction house.

How long does it take to receive good condition bonus?

You should receive the payment within 5 days of the car being returned if we arrange a bank transfer, or within 28 days if we send a cheque. To receive this payment when it's due by bank transfer, sign in to your account and navigate to 'Your payment details'.

Is it worth using the Motability scheme?

Is a mobility car worth it? A mobility car is absolutely worth it, particularly if you struggle to get around via other forms of transport or may not be able to afford a car otherwise. Motability states that the car is for the benefit of the disabled person.

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Do Motability cars have trackers?

All new customers and those renewing their agreements with the Motability car scheme will now be forced to have a location tracker fitted to their car, if they live in a care home or have an open insurance policy.

Can I keep my Motability car after 3 years?

The end of your lease. At the end of your lease you just hand your car back and if like most customers you choose to stay with us, you can select a new car and take another lease. Motability Scheme leases generally run for three years from the date that you took delivery of your car.

Do you get no claims bonus on Motability?

When leasing a car through the Motability Scheme you do not accrue a personal no-claims bonus. However, for the majority of customers, RSA Mobility (RSAM) provide a letter that you can send to your new insurer. Many insurers accept this as proof of your claims history.

Can I use my mobility allowance to buy a car?

You can exchange all, or part of your mobility allowance to lease the vehicle of your choice. You choose the vehicle you want at a price that works for you, and payments are deducted from your mobility allowance every four weeks, then paid directly to us by your benefit payment agency.

How long does a Motability grant take?

Please note that there is an increased demand for Charitable Grants in this current period. Our estimated lead time is six to eight weeks for us to commence a review of your application.

Can you hand your Motability car back early?

Yes, you can cancel your Motability car early. Typically Motability Scheme agreements run for three or five years. However, if you need to cancel your lease early, there may be concessions that allow you to end it before this term.

Can I use my husbands Motability car for work?

Only you or your spouse can use the Motability vehicle to commute to work. While you or your spouse can use the vehicle to travel to work, neither of you can't use it for any unauthorised business purposes like as a delivery vehicle or taxi.

What happens if I scratch my Motability car?

If your car is damaged, please contact RSA Motability (RSAM) on 0300 037 3737 for advice on whether you need to get it repaired. If the damage if minor and caused by normal wear and tear, you may not need to claim for a repair, saving you time and money.

Why are Motability advance payments so high?

A key factor behind this is increasing safety and emissions technology. It means cars now protect you, other road users and the environment better than ever before. This is all good news, but it does add to the cost of designing and manufacturing a vehicle, which feeds into the prices paid on the Scheme.

What Motability cars have no Advance Payment?

How much is total allowance on Motability?

The Higher Rate Mobility Component of the Disability Living Allowance (HRMC DLA) is provided by the Department for Work and Pensions. This allowance can be used to cover the cost of a Motability Scheme lease agreement. This allowance is currently £64.50 per week (as of 11/04/2022).

Can you smoke in a Motability car?

You are allowed to smoke in your Motability car. Motability Scheme cars are hired to customers for private use and the 'smoke-free' legislation does not apply to private cars.

Can you drive a mobility car without the disabled person in it?

Only drivers listed as permitted drivers on the Certificate of Motor Insurance are insured to drive your Motability Scheme car. Remember, the car must be used by, or for the benefit of, the disabled person. This does not mean that the disabled person needs to be in the car for every journey.

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How often do Motability prices change?

Our price lists are updated every three months so that we can offer our customers the best deals from each manufacturer. We also offer a 'Price Guarantee' meaning the price confirmed at the time of your application is the price you pay even if the price changes before you collect your car.

Do you have to pay for damage on a mobility car?

Yes. If you return the car with damage that goes beyond fair wear and tear then there will be a charge for repairs. The contract is designed to keep costs low for you and based on the expected resale value of the vehicle when you return it.

Who owns a Motability car?

The largest fleet operator in Europe and the largest supplier of used cars in the trade, Motability Operations is owned by four major clearing banks – Barclays, Lloyds TSB, HSBC and the Royal Bank of Scotland.

Can you get 2 cars on Motability?

Q Can you get 2 cars on Motability? One person in receipt of a qualifying mobility allowance (see 'Can I get a Mobility car? ') will be able to get one Motability car. If your family or household has more than one person in receipt of a qualifying benefit, then each person could be entitled to one Motability vehicle.

What happens to my Motability car if I don't get PIP?

We will write to you to let you know that your leasing agreement will end and we'll support you through the process of handing your car back. If you have not been awarded PIP following a DLA to PIP reassessment you may be eligible for a transition support package.

What age does Motability stop?

There is no upper age limit for joining the Motability Scheme. As long as you already receive one of the relevant allowances, you are eligible for a car through Motability.