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.
Can you get a discount on a mobility car?
Yes, Motability, the Charity, have discounts and offers set up specifically for customers.
What cars are available on Motability with nil deposit?
Here are some of the very best cars you can get through Motability with nil advance payment.
- Citroën C3 AIRCROSS.
- Nissan Micra.
- Hyundai i20.
- Kia Rio.
- Hyundai Bayon.
- Vauxhall Corsa.
- Nissan LEAF.
- Vauxhall Mokka-e.
Can I change the wheels on my Motability car?
You are allowed to modify a mobility car as long as it can be returned to it’s original condition when you return it back. So it is yes to alloy wheels, tinted windows and no to custom paint jobs etc.
Do you build up no claims on Motability?
As the vehicle is owned by Motability Operations Ltd you will not accrue any personal no-claims bonus. Any personal no-claims history held before joining the Scheme may no longer be accepted by insurers if you leave the Scheme.
How much do dealers make on Motability cars?
The only things i know for sure is a salesperson will make between £45 – £55 commission on each sale. The dealership will get rewards from motability £100 for giving you the new car, £75 for taking the old car back, and £40 for the 1st service – in addition to the servicing costs.
Can you get a free car on PIP?
You can get a Motability car or vehicle if you’ve been awarded: the higher rate mobility component of Disability Living Allowance (DLA) the enhanced rate mobility component of Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
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 hand back a Motability car early?
When you lease a vehicle on the Motability Scheme the lease agreements are typically for a period of three or five years. Customers do not have an automatic right to end the agreement early. If however, you have a valid reason to end your agreement early, you will need to call us to discuss this further.
Are Motability cars tracked?
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.
Do all Motability cars have trackers?
Can my husband drive my Motability car to 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.
Can I claim anything else with PIP?
Depending on what level of PIP you get, you may be eligible for ‘top-ups’—essentially additional money—on things like Housing Benefit, Jobseeker’s Allowance, Income Support, Working Tax Credit, Employment and Support Allowance and Pension Credit.
Will Kwik Fit replace tyres on Motability cars?
However Kwik Fit will replace tyres on Motability cars when the depth falls to 2.0mm. Kwik Fit will always fit an appropriate tyre but this may not be the same brand as was originally fitted by the manufacturer.
Can I get a refund on tyres at Kwik Fit?
Keep the receipt if you have to buy tyres and contact Kwik Fit on your return as you may be entitled to a refund. Motability Scheme customers can use Tyrecity and STS Tyre Pros as well as Kwik Fit. Appointments are booked in the same way, by calling 0330 123 1531 .
Does Kwik Fit offer step-free access?
Most Kwik Fit centres offer step-free access but if you have specific accessibility requirements, it’s recommended that you phone ahead to check which of your local centres may be the most accessible before you book. Motability Scheme customers can also use branches of Tyre City and STS Tyre Pros if this is more convenient than Kwik Fit.
Why choose Kwik Fit for tyre pressure monitoring?
If your vehicle has a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Kwik Fit can also supply and fit a cost effective TPMS sensor should your existing tyre valve sensors need replacing. Your new tyres will be fitted and inflated to the correct pressure as per your vehicle manufacturer’s recommendation.