To be eligible to join the Motability Scheme, you will need to receive one of the following Mobility allowances with at least 12 month's award length remaining: Enhanced Rate Mobility Component of Personal Independence Payment (ERMC PIP), Higher Rate Mobility Component of Disability Living Allowance (HRMC DLA), War Pensioners' Mobility Supplement (WPMS), Armed Forces Independence Payment (AFIP). There is also an eligibility checker available here.

At your local Gates Ford dealership, we can arrange for you to view and also test drive your preferred Ford Cars.Our Motability Specialists will also be able to discuss with you any special requirements that you may have.​

Adaptations are usually arranged at the beginning of your lease. If you currently have a Motability Car but require some adaptations to be fitted, please speak to a Motability Specialist at your local Gates dealership. They will be able to advise on what adaptations are available on particular vehicles.

Yes. Insurance is included for up to three named drivers –these can be friends, family or carers.When you place your order, two drivers can be added to the insurance. It is also possible to add a third driver too after you have collected your Motability Car. What’s more, you can easily add or change named drivers during your lease.

Although almost everything is included, you will be responsible for paying for the following:

• Fuel and consumables, such as screen wash
• Optional extras not fitted as standard; ensure that you check the vehicle specification with your chosen Gates dealership
• Insurance claims; an insurance excess will apply on any claim for loss or damage. This excess amount varies depending on the age and experience of the driver (full details can be obtained on application).
• Fines; any parking or speeding fines are your responsibility
• Theft of, or damage to, personal belongings; these include wheelchairs, coats or mobile phones (full details can be obtained on application).