As long as Motability service the vehicle as per manufacturer standard using a VAT approved route then it won’t damage any residual warranty. I honestly think it’s a bad decision though . I’m driving my first Motability car but I’ve already pretty much decided that with the way AP’s are going, the tightness around end of lease purchase and the scrimping on servicing – that I won’t get another. I see long term problems for Motability which will be passed through to their customers either in the way of cost or through more stringent rules. I highly expect them to reduce their mileage allowance per year at some point to try and keep residual value in the cars. Those driving overseas…. That could be another area they scrimp on for insurance. The schemes attractiveness 18months after taking out my first lease is only going one way- down. Such a shame but I do appreciate that the scheme is still attractive to many and it offers a gateway to freedom that so many people otherwise couldn’t afford. Don’t get me wrong- this car I’m driving in now would have never been a possibility for me financially but in 18 months time I suspect we will see a massive amount of EV’s on the second hand market as motabilites decision to move predominantly to EV hits the second hand market. At that time, as it stands, I’m very much open to an affordable dealer provided second hand low mileage EV with a warranty from a dealer and flexibility to know the car is being driven on either more flexible PCP terms or bought outright.
for now, I’m a customer of what is still a fairly good scheme but I continue to watch if they will be cutting more from the deal to make it financially more appealing to them.
2024 Skoda Enyaq estate- 85x Sportline plus in Race Blue. Extras: Supernova 21 inch wheels, Maxx Pack, Transport Pack, Heat Pump and Pano Sunroof.
Ordered 31/10/23, Delivery 27/3/24