About The Scheme

The Motability Scheme is a UK-based programme that helps disabled people access affordable, reliable transport. It allows individuals who receive certain disability benefits to exchange the mobility component of their allowance for the lease of a new car, wheelchair accessible vehicle, scooter, or powered wheelchair. The scheme was set up in 1977, following the introduction of the Mobility Allowance, with the aim of giving disabled people greater independence, freedom, and opportunity to participate fully in everyday life.

Established by the charity Motability, the scheme was created in response to the barriers many disabled people faced in travelling to work, education, healthcare, and social activities. By removing the high upfront costs of vehicle ownership and including insurance, servicing, maintenance, and breakdown cover, the Motability Scheme offers a simple and cost-effective solution. Today, it supports hundreds of thousands of people across the UK, playing a key role in promoting inclusion, independence, and improved quality of life.

If you’re eligible for the scheme, you could soon drive away in a stylish, reliable vehicle that offers independence, comfort, and peace of mind. At Wessex Garages, we are committed to providing exceptional value, with regularly updated offers that ensure our Motability customers always have access to some of the best deals available.

With our dedicated Motability specialists, we’re here to support you every step of the way, helping you choose the right car to suit your individual preferences and health requirements.

Through the Motability Scheme, you can exchange your mobility allowance for a brand-new car, Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV), scooter, or powered wheelchair. Payments are made directly from your allowance provider, making the process simple and hassle-free with no need to manage monthly payments yourself.

The cost depends on the level of mobility allowance you receive and the vehicle or mobility product you choose. In many cases, the scheme offers an affordable way to access reliable transport, with key costs such as insurance, servicing, maintenance, and breakdown cover included, helping to provide peace of mind and excellent value.

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Representing Nissan, Kia, Mazda and Hyundai, Wessex Garages provides many different vehicles that are new and ready to be modified for their first owner. Each brand has an extensive line-up of models for you to explore, all of which can be customised.

If your interested in finding a suitable vehicle, simply submit your questions in an enquiry form or to book a test drive today, or request a call back from one of our experienced Motability consultants.