Motability what happens if the person dies

We use cookies to improve your experience of our website. You can find out more or opt-out from some cookies. If you receive a benefit because you have a disability or illness that makes it hard for you to get around, you can use it to pay for a vehicle from a charity called Motability.

You can choose from lots of different vehicles, for example cars, mobility scooters or powered wheelchairs. You can choose up to 2 people to drive on your behalf. Read more about the Motability help available on GOV. You should return your vehicle within 8 weeks of your DLA payments stopping - or 26 weeks if you joined Motability before You might be entitled to a one-off payment from Motability when you return your vehicle, depending on its condition and when you joined Motability.

You can find out from Motability about returning your vehicle and the payment , known as 'transitional support'. Some PIP decisions are overturned on appeal, so you might be able to get another vehicle. Your benefit will go directly to the Motability Scheme each month to pay for your lease. How much of your benefit will go towards your vehicle will depend on which one you choose. You might be able to get some help with this payment, depending on your circumstances.

You can contact RSA Motability either in writing or over the phone. Telephone: Textphone: Monday to Friday, 8am to 7pm, 8am to 4pm Saturday. We understand it may be difficult for you to call us to let us know that someone has passed away, so if you need to contact us for this reason please complete the form below. Your details and next of Kin Customer details All done. Skip this field.

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