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Do you get a free car because you are disabled? The Motability Scheme explained

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21.06.2025

I find myself going into this big explanation of the true cost of my car. Some people still don’t fully understand.

The changes around the upcoming Welfare Reform has stirred the topic up again with people asking should Taxpayers be funding non-working people’s car, without truly comprehending what they are talking about.

I am going to explain to you, the true cost of my Motability car, not because I feel I owe it to anyone, but because I want people to understand just how much people with disabilities put in to these cars.

(Image: Victoria-Jayne Scholes)

Firstly, are these cars free? Simple answer, No!

In order to qualify for a car, you must have enough points on the mobility part of the Personal Independence........

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