Mobility Scooters: Independence, flexibility and control
As one of the UK’s leading suppliers of disability aids and mobility equipment, More Than Mobility has an incredible selection of electric mobility scooters available, so you are sure to find a mobility scooter that suits your needs from our excellent range of mobility scooters right here online.
Here at More Than Mobility we have three different types of mobility scooters available to purchase:
Portable mobility scooters have a top speed of 4 mph, and a portable mobility scooter from More Than Mobility can be easily dismantled so that they can easily be transported in a car boot, or stored at home in a cupboard or other areas. What’s more, these electric portable mobility scooters are also suitable for being transported on boats and aircraft, so you don’t have to let your mobility issues stop you from enjoying your travels to the full.
Also with a top speed of 4mph, pavement mobility scooters are the ideal mobility scooters for everyday usage. If you need to pop to the shops, or go about your daily business, pavement mobility scooters are legal to use on public pavements for total convenience.
3. 8mph Road Legal Mobility Scooters
The clue is in the name with these mobility scooters! With a top speed of 8mph, these road legal mobility scooters are sturdy mobility scooters that are suitable for use on the roads as well as the pavements, offering complete freedom. Our 8mph mobility scooters are capable of covering longer distances than other mobility scooters, and can also be used on rougher terrains, so you are free to take your mobility scooter far and wide.
Finding the wide range of mobility scooters confusing? Our Mobility Scooter Best For List is designed to help. Click on this link to view our Mobility Scooter Best For List.
We supply top quality, affordable mobility scooters from some of the biggest brands of mobility scooters, including Pride, TGA, Electric Mobility, Roma Medical, Sunrise Medical, Days and Shoprider, just to name a few. What’s more, all of our mobility scooters come with:-
To view our complete range of mobility scooters, click on the relevant category links above, or call us on 0800 046 3949 today for more information.
If you need any more information about our mobility scooters, or you are still unsure as to which mobility scooter would be suitable for your needs, read our Mobility Scooter Frequently Asked Questions below.
Mobility Scooter Frequently Asked Questions
How far will my mobility scooter travel?
Ranges vary depending on the model, usually ranging from 8 to 35 miles. Please check the specification on each of the mobility scooter product pages.
What is the maximum user weight capacity?
Each mobility scooter will have a different maximum user weight so check the specification on each of the mobility scooter product pages.
Do I need to take a driving test?
No, currently there are no legal requirements to undertake a test to drive a mobility scooter. However we recommend you drive with consideration to pedestrians and the highway code be obeyed at all times.
How do I maintain my mobility scooter?
New mobility scooters require very little maintenance other than we recommend an annual service. It is recommended that certain steps are undertaken to ensure long life.
What is the warranty period?
All our new mobility scooters come with a full 12 month's warranty. If you would like to protect yourself beyond the first 12 month’s please view our extended warranty products or call us on 0800 046 3949 for more details.
Do I need to take our insurance?
Although insurance is not compulsory yet, the Department of Transport states: ‘Although it is not a legal requirement, an insurance policy is strongly advised." We therefore recommend that you take out insurance on your mobility scooter to cover in the event of accidental damage (including fire, theft and malicious damage) and personal liability arising from its ownership or use. For more information on our insurance policies please view our 1 - 3 year insurance products or call us on 0800 046 3949.
Do I need to apply for a tax disc?
Mobility scooters are divided into three classifications under the Use of Invalid Carriages on the Highways Regulations 1988:
1. Classification 1
a. These are manual wheelchairs, i.e. self-propelled or attendant propelled, not electrically propelled. These do not required to be registered with DVLA.
2. Classification 2
a. Covers powered wheelchairs and mobility scooters which are intended for footway/pavement use with a maximum speed of 4mph and an unladen weight not exceeding 113.4kgs. These are not required to be registered with DVLA.
3. Classification 3
a. Classification 3 cover mechanically propelled invalid carriages that are constructed or adapted to be capable of exceeding a speed of 4mph but incapable of exceeding a speed of 8mph on the level under its own power. Such scooters are for both road and pavement use. They must also be fitted with a device capable of limiting the maximum speed to 4mph for use when travelling on footways/pavements. The unladen weight must not exceed 150kgs. These do required to be registered with DVLA.
How do I apply to register my class 3 invalid carriage?
If you are an owner of a class three mobility scooter (i.e. mobility scooters that can travel up to 8mph) you are required to register the vehicle with the DVLA and display a FREE tax disc. One you have registered the vehicle for the first time the DVLA will send a yearly reminder to renew the tax. Renewal can be undertaken in your local post office or over the phone or by the internet. No payment is currently required.
In order to register and license your mobility scooter you will need to complete and return a V55/4 form available from the DVLA. Evidence of the vehicle’s age (if available) will need to be submitted with the application together with documentation confirming the keeper’s name and address. For more information see http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/DisabledPeople/HealthAndSupport/Equipment/DG_179937.
