Transit or self-propelled wheelchair: which should you buy?
The difference is one you can see at a glance — the size of the back wheels — and it decides whether you can move yourself or need someone to push.
Buying adviceMobility scooters, powerchairs, and the people who look after them.
A family-run showroom in Stewartby, Bedford, since 2004. Try before you buy, have a free demonstration at home, and bring any make to us for servicing.
New and second-hand scooters, powerchairs, wheelchairs and walking aids — all checked and serviced before they go out, with free local delivery and no pressure to decide on the day.
- Motability accredited
- Free local delivery
- Every make serviced
What we do
- View scooters
Mobility Scooters
New & second-hand scooters, from boot-size folders to road-class models.
- View wheelchairs & aids
Wheelchairs & Walking Aids
Transit and self-propel chairs, rollators, frames and sticks.
Accredited Motability Scheme dealer
Not sure which one you need?
Tell us about your doorways, your kerbs, your car boot and where it will live, and we will tell you honestly what will work — and what won’t. We also supply rise & recline chairs, stairlifts, daily living aids, insurance.
Accredited and approved by
- Mark Bates
- Kymco
- Monarch
- One Rehab
- Excel
Mobility without compromise
You shouldn’t have to choose between the right machine, honest advice and somebody who will still answer the phone next year. Here you get all three.
Try before you buy — here or at home
Try several machines side by side in the showroom, then have the one you like brought to your door for a free demonstration. It answers the questions a showroom can’t.
- Free home demonstration on every scooter and powerchair
- See how it handles your kerbs, your gate and your car boot
- Take your time — nobody here is on commission
- Free local delivery, set-up and handover
We service every make, not only ours
Most of what we do isn’t selling. It’s the servicing, the repairs, the battery that died on a Friday and the loan scooter so somebody isn’t stuck indoors.
- Pickup and return to your door
- A full service test sheet worked through, batteries tested
- Loan scooter while yours is with us, where one is free
- Insurance work with Diamond insurance through Mark Bates
Family-run in Bedfordshire since 2004
Richard and his dad started the business in a shed at Staples garden centre in 2004. It moved to Kempston in 2012 and is now at Broadmead Business Park in Stewartby — still the same family, and much of the same team.
- Paul has been with us 15 years, Peter 11
- An accredited Motability Scheme dealer
- Free parking at the door and step-free throughout
- Open Monday to Friday 9–4:30 and Saturday 9–12
Second-hand stock, checked and serviced
We take in part exchanges all the time, so we usually have used scooters and powerchairs in — every one checked and serviced before it is sold. Stock changes constantly: ring us with roughly what you are after and what you would like to spend.
Come and try one, or we’ll bring it to you
Any questions, or want to book a free home demonstration? Ring us on 01234 267393 — Mon–Fri 9:00–4:30 · Sat 9:00–12:00. Free parking at the door, step-free throughout.
What our customers say about us
Truly in love with this gang. Arranged my Motability, listened to my needs and came up with the goods. When I had problems they were on my doorstep as quickly as they could, left me with a replacement while they took mine away and fixed it.
Having just purchased our fourth scooter, this is just to state that over several years we have experienced excellent service and sales from David, Paul and other members of staff we don't see. We also experience good service for all our needs for sundries etc. We would be happy to recommend this company to anybody looking for good care and service for their mobility needs.
My husband popped in super early this morning as my electric wheelchair (purchased elsewhere) decided it wouldn't charge and we had plans today where it was needed. The two men working were amazing, they helped to get the battery back up and running again super quickly. They were very friendly and helpful and we really appreciate the help provided. Thank you. Would definitely recommend.
I've bought a couple of second-hand mobility scooters from The Mobility Centre over the years, as well as having them serviced and repaired, and the staff couldn't have been kinder or more helpful if they'd been members of my own family.
Went to the Mobility Centre with my Dad, 97 years young. He has just been told no more driving. Never looked at scooters before so it was a whole new experience. Good range and choice of scooters, all sizes and prices. The guys over there were brilliant. Spent time with us, went through everything, answered any questions. Totally recommend these guys. Brilliant service.
Our daughter was temporarily disabled and these guys loaned us a wheelchair free of charge. Now I don't know what anyone else thinks but that's what you call amazing. They are a business that sells but they have a heart. I am grateful to them and wish them every success.
Terry Blake
Motability · Google review
Straight with you, from the first phone call
Everything on this page is something we actually do, and every review is quoted exactly as the customer wrote it on Google. If something isn’t right for you, we will say so.
- 2004Family-run since
Started by Richard and his dad in a shed at Staples garden centre, and still run by the family today.
Our story - EveryMake serviced
We service and repair all makes and models, not only the ones we sell.
Servicing & repairs - FreeHome demonstration
On every scooter and powerchair we sell, Motability or not.
Book a demonstration - LoanScooter while yours is with us
Subject to availability, so nobody is stuck indoors for a week.
How servicing works
Advice & guides
All articles Straight answers, no jargon
Buying adviceBuying adviceVAT relief on mobility equipment: who actually qualifies?
Most pages on this say “if you’re disabled you don’t pay VAT” and stop. The real rules are more particular than that, and worth knowing before you buy.
Rules & safetyCan I keep a mobility scooter in my flat?
One of the most common questions we get, and one of the hardest to find an answer to. Here is what the guidance actually says.
Common questions
Everything people ask us first
Can’t see your question? Give us a ring — we’re happy to talk it through.
01234 267393Where is The Mobility Centre?
Unit 7, Broadmead Business Park, Broadmead Road, Stewartby, Bedford MK43 9NX — a few minutes from Bedford, Kempston, Marston Moretaine and Ampthill. There is free parking directly outside and step-free access throughout the showroom.
What are your opening hours?
Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 4:30pm, and Saturday 9:00am to 12:00pm. We are closed on Sundays and bank holidays.
Can I try a mobility scooter before I buy it?
Yes. You can try machines side by side in the showroom, and we offer a free home demonstration on every scooter and powerchair we sell — Motability or not — so you can see how it handles on your own kerbs, at your own front door and in your own car boot.
Do you service mobility scooters you did not sell?
Yes. We service and repair every make and model, not only the ones we supply. We also offer pickup and return, so your machine can be collected and brought back to you, and there is a loan scooter available while yours is with us where one is free.
Are you a Motability dealer?
Yes — we are an accredited Motability Scheme dealer. If you receive the higher rate mobility allowance you can exchange it for a brand-new scooter or powerchair, with insurance, servicing and breakdown cover included. Where you meet the criteria we will come to you for a free home assessment.
Do you sell second-hand mobility scooters?
Yes. We usually have used scooters and powerchairs in, all checked and serviced before they are sold. Stock changes constantly, so ring us with roughly what you are after and what you would like to spend, and we will tell you what we have or let you know when something suitable arrives.
Do you deliver?
Yes — local delivery is free. Call us with your postcode and we will confirm it covers you.