Motability Boss Bags Near £1 Million Pay Packet Amid Luxury Car Controversy
Motability chief executive Andrew Miller has pocketed a staggering £924,000 this year. That’s a huge leap from last year’s £748,000 haul — including a £300,000 bonus and a 9% bump to his base salary, now tipped over £500,000. On top, he cashes in a £21,000 car allowance plus private healthcare perks.
Taxpayer-Funded Luxury Cars Spark Fury
Motability’s flagship scheme lets disabled drivers lease cars using their mobility allowance, free from VAT. But critics fume it hands out taxpayer-subsidised luxury motors, dubbing it a “premium motoring experience” on public money.
The latest figures reveal a massive 25% jump in vehicle rental revenue, hitting a colossal £3.5 billion. Around 890,000 Brits use Motability — that’s roughly one in six new car buyers nationwide.
- Wales tops the charts with 33% of new cars funded by Motability.
- The North East follows at 26%, with London close behind at 24%.
Premium Brands Axed – BMW and Mercedes Drivers Beware
A whopping 85% of users splash cash to upgrade to luxury rides like BMW and Mercedes-Benz. But Motability just dropped a bombshell: certain premium brands are now banned. Current BMW or Merc drivers face forced swaps at lease renewal.
The charity pledges to boost British-made vehicles, aiming for half of all leases to be UK-built by 2035.
Motability Stands Firm on Pay and Plans
A Motability spokesperson defended the fat CEO payday, insisting the hefty package reflects the skills needed to steer this multi-billion-pound scheme through rising costs and tax reforms. They stressed the charity’s commitment to helping disabled people stay independent while delivering value to users and taxpayers alike.
Meet Andrew Miller: Media Veteran at Motability’s Helm
The 59-year-old boss previously led Guardian Media Group and Auto Trader. He currently sits as a non-executive director on Channel 4’s board.
