Motability Changes and what it means:
Motability Changes and what it means:
Motability updates:
Motability scheme changes are harmful — but here’s what it actually means for you:
Let’s be real… this isn’t just “policy updates.”
This directly impacts disabled people’s independence, mobility, and quality of life.
Here’s the breakdown:
👉 Mileage allowance:
Reduced to 10,000 miles per year
(30,000 over 3 years / 50,000 over 5 years WAV)
👉 Excess mileage:
Increased to 25p per mile (including VAT)
— meaning you pay more if you need to travel more
👉 Tyres:
3-year lease: up to 6 tyres
5-year WAV lease: up to 10 tyres
👉 EU breakdown cover:
Now requires an admin fee + notification to RAC before travel
Let’s call it what it is:
Disabled people already face barriers to transport, healthcare, work, and independence.
Reducing allowances while increasing costs isn’t support — it’s restriction.
Independence shouldn’t come with penalties.
Accessibility shouldn’t be conditional.
And mobility is not a luxury — it’s a necessity.
We deserve better. ❤️
#disabilityrights #disabilityinclusion #motability #accessibility #disabledpeople #strongertogether
— Sarah Wingfield
Independent Disability Advocate
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A graphic with a glittery, colourful background and a blue information panel explaining Motability scheme changes. The text outlines a reduced mileage allowance of 10,000 miles per year, increased excess mileage fees of 25p per mile, limits on tyre replacements (six tyres for three-year leases and ten for five-year WAV leases), and new requirements for EU breakdown cover including an admin fee and notifying the RAC. The image is branded with “KawaiiDollDecora.uk” along the side and a neon-style signature reading “Sarah Wingfield – Actress | Author | Advocate” in the corner.
