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Legends in Service

Our service rocks. And with our friendly staff on hand from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, we're here to ensure your private plate purchase or sale concludes smoothly. But don't take our word for it. Our Trustpilot reviews say it best.

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A Brief History of Number Plates

Explore the intriguing evolution of private plates, from their origins in the early 20th century to the present day. Learn about the technological advancements, regulatory changes, and the role of private plates in personal expression.

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Number Plate Formats

Journey through over a century of the cherished plate and see how the UK registration format has evolved. This detailed exploration reveals the significant changes in number plate design and regulation, showcasing the development of private plates and the history behind their current forms.

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"DR" Number Plates...

D12 YOU

If you’re a doctor, consider finding a private plate that includes "DR" and your name. It's a distinctive way to personalise your vehicle and highlight your profession. Search for private plates that feature both your name and title to make a unique statement on the road.

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"KISS" Number Plates...

KI55 YOU

You're not a fully-qualified flirt until you have a "KISS"-prefixed number plate. "KISS" plates are a playful and memorable way to personalise your vehicle, and you can seek them out using the search entry box provided below.

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"BOSS" Number Plates...

BO55 YOU

If you're the boss, look for private plates with the "BOSS" prefix to reflect your status. This is a stylish way to personalise your vehicle and make a bold statement. Find cherished plates that feature this prefix, and highlight your role with confidence.

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Name-Inclusive Number Plates

Discover how to personalise your registration plates with names. Our guide explains how to use digits as letters, combine names with prefixes, and other creative options. Learn how to make your private plates uniquely yours by incorporating your name into the design.

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Number Plate Ideas

Our guide on Number Plate Ideas provides valuable tips and strategies for finding the ideal registration plate. Gain insights from NetPlates experts on how to plan your search and identify the best options. Use this insider knowledge to discover the perfect private plate.

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New / Current Style Number Plates

While the appeal of current-style number plates may be understated, these "dark-horses" provide numerous personalisation opportunities. Discover how you can customise modern private plates to express your unique style and make a distinctive impression.

How do I buy a plate?

Search

Use the search box at the top of the page to search for your name, your initials, your car - anything you wish! We have millions of plates to choose from.

Check suitability

Registrations have age identifiers tied to release dates. DVLA prohibits using younger-looking registrations on vehicles; older ones can be transferred to newer ones.

Purchase

Configure your options, and pay online by debit or credit card. You can then choose to receive the certificate, or for us to assign the registration straight to your vehicle.

Fit your plate

If you bought physical plates, use the screws or sticky pads (available with your purchase) to fit your new plate.

How do I sell a plate?

Enquire

Fill out our online form with the details of your plate, and what you're hoping to get for it.

Advertise

We'll begin advertising on your behalf, and contact you with any offers put forward.

Sell

If you decide to go ahead with the sale, you'll need to send your documents to us by post.

Get paid

We'll forward your documents to the DVLA to be processed, and once we get them back you'll receive payment.

Know Your Number Plate Formats

We've colour-coded the features of the different number plate formats below. Here's your key...

  • Year identifier.
  • Random letters.
  • Random numbers.
  • Geographical identifier.

You can find a more detailed overview of the main variants in our Number Plate Formats article.

Private Number Plates - FAQ

Not at all. At NetPlates, we specialise in making the process as simple as possible.

In fact, if you require, our dedicated and friendly team of professional experts can handle the entire transfer process for you without any additional cost.

Starting the purchase process for a personalised registration is as simple as searching your desired term via the search box above.

When you find the perfect number plate, simply click on the Buy button in the search results and then follow the onscreen instructions, filling in any requested details as you go along. From there, we can either send you the registration on a certificate, or we can handle the entire transfer process for you free of charge.

NetPlates is transparent about every component in the overall cost, and will always let you know what the full cost is in advance of purchase, at the initial stage of the Checkout process.

It's worth bearing in mind that the DVLA has its own mandatory transfer fee, which we display in the final total on our Checkout page; and where VAT is applicable, we'll need to add that too.

We always aim to make you savings in other areas, by offering private number plates at the best prices, and by providing a full transfer service at no additional cost. We believe NetPlates offers the very best value as a reseller of private plates.

That's no problem at all.

NetPlates can provide you with the registration number on a V778/ V750 Retention Certificate, which is valid for up to 10 years, giving you plenty of time to consider your transfer arrangements.

Even once the ten year retention period has elapsed, you can still renew the certificate free of charge, through the DVLA.

So when you see the perfect plate, you can always purchase without hesitation - whether or not you have a recipient vehicle ready.

We're unable to advise on private number plates as an investment, and we'd stress that economic factors can influence the value of a number plate, as well as its desirability.

But we can say that many, many plates have appreciated in value, and there's definitely a very special feeling that comes with a registration personalised to you.

The transfer can take 7-10 working days as we have to wait to receive both the buyer and sellers’ paperwork. This time frame is subject to the transfer being done online. If we need to send paperwork off to the DVLA to complete the transfer, it can take up to 21 working days. We endeavour to complete transfers as soon as possible and we will keep you informed throughout the whole process.

When the transfer process is complete, you'll receive notification either from Net Plates Ltd or DVLA Swansea.

If the transfer was arranged online, you'll get an EV948 document via email and a confirmation email from us.

If you submitted a postal application, a new Log Book V5C will arrive by post.

Once you've received one of the above, you're ready to go, and you can fit the physical plates to your vehicle.

If you're having the physical number plates made by a third party, you'll need to produce the EV948 when you do so. Be don't forget that if you require, NetPlates can handle the entire process for you free of charge.


Why NetPlates?

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NetPlates is run by number plate fanatics who drive vehicles with highly-prized personalised registrations, and who genuinely care about the market as enthusiasts. They have the expert knowledge not only to source the best value plates, but also to connect you with the widest range of options. If you can't get it through us, it's unlikely you'll get it through anyone else.

Shop With Confidence

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We know the private registration plate business inside out, and we're available to talk to, instantly, during office hours. So you never need to worry about being left stranded if you have a burning question, or you just need some reassurance along the way. In a world of frustrating automation, you can rely on our people to be there when you need help.

Protecting Your Data

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We're proud of our privacy arrangements, and we rigorously observe strict protocols when it comes to keeping your data and information safe. We use only the most professional service providers, and our trained staff understand data protection as a first priority. We never forget that your confidence in our brand is the primary ingredient in our success.