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Number Plates FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

Car Registrations FAQ We have answered the most frequently asked questions below. Just click on the question to reveal the answer. If you cannot find the question you are looking for, you can always email us with your query info@plates4less.co.uk

Finding and Buying a Number Plate

Q1: I've just placed my number plate order online, what happens next?
Q2: How do I search for my dream registration mark?
Q3: Can I Buy a registration mark for someone else and keep it until I’m ready to give it as a gift?
Q4: If I want to change the name of the person who the number plate is for, can I do this after I’ve bought it but before I start the transfer?
Q5: What is the Government retention scheme?
Q6: How can I pay for my registration mark?
Q7: What registrations can I have on my vehicle?

Owining a Car Registration

Q1: What happens to my old number plates?
Q2: Do I need to inform my insurers that I have a new registration mark?
Q3: Getting your new number plates made up?
Q3: Once I own a private number plate can I transfer it when I change my vehicle?
Q4: What is the Government retention scheme?
Q5: What if my vehicle is stolen and not recovered or ‘written off’?

Transfer Rules

Q1: How long does the transfer take?
Q2: I'm buying a new vehicle, can the transfer be done before I collect it from the dealers?
Q3: I’m changing my vehicle privately, what should I do?
Q4: Can I still use my vehicle while the transfer is in progress?
Q5: I already have a personal number plate that I want to transfer to my wife’s car at the same time as transferring my new plate to my car, can this be done?
Q6: Will my vehicle need to be inspected by the Department of Transport?
Q7: When can I fix my new number plates to my vehicle?
Q8: What happens to my old number plates?
Q9: Do I need to inform my insurers that I have a new registration mark?
Q10: I’m changing my vehicle privately, what should I do?

DIY Transfer Rules

Q1: Why aren't I able to do the transfer myself on all the number plates you have for sale?
Q2: Can I purchase an Irish registration mark and do the transfer myself to save money?
Q3: I’m thinking of ordering a registration mark and doing the transfer myself, what happens after I’ve placed my order with you?

Full Transfer Rules

Q1: How long does the transfer take?
Q2: I'm buying a new vehicle, can the transfer be done before I collect it from the dealers?
Q3: I’m changing my vehicle privately, what should I do?
Q4: Can I still use my vehicle while the transfer is in progress?
Q5: I already have a personal number plate that I want to transfer to my wife’s car at the same time as transferring my new plate to my car, can this be done?
Q6: Will my vehicle need to be inspected by the Department of Transport?
Q7: When can I fix my new number plates to my vehicle?
Q8: What happens to my old number plates?
Q9: Do I need to inform my insurers that I have a new registration mark?
Q10: I’m changing my vehicle privately, what should I do?

Q - Plates

Q1: My vehicle has a "Q" prefix registration number plate. Can it participate in the transfer and retention schemes and thus have a personalised plate transfered to it?
Q2: What is a Q prefix DVLA Number plate and are they transferable?
Q3: Can I buy a Q Plate and have it transfered to my vehicle?
Q4: What is a non-transferable number?
 
 
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Plates 4 less (VRM Swansea) coordinates the entire transfer of your personalised registration mark with DVLA Swansea and DVLA Local Offices in the United Kingdom & DVLNI Northern Ireland when you opt for our Full Transfer or number plate Sellers’ Services. Our expert team will provide you with instruction and telephone support if you choose our less expensive DIY Transfer Service.
An online Purchase Offer supported by suitable payment card takes priority over any other enquiry.VRM Swansea sells number plates owned by clients, DVLA registrations DVLNI numberplates and our own stock of car private registrations on a 'first come, first served basis'. All private car registrations offered for sale are subject to availability and payment is taken only once availability and price are confirmed*. Our systems record telephone conversations and the date and time of all communication. We shall debit your payment card if your offer is accepted and provide confirmation either way. Under the distance selling regulations we must inform you that our service begins immediately upon payment being taken, that no cooling off period or refunds are given and you will not be able to change your mind. Your instructions will be acted upon immediately and the assignment / number plate transfer process started to ensure your choice of car registration is not sold to someone else. This is a Government process which the Government will not cancel or change once they receive our instructions. Please be absolutely sure about your selected number plate before placing your order. *In the case of pre-release new-issue car plates offers, we will take payment prior to the car registration mark series release date in order to confirm your desire to proceed and ensure we do not offer the car number plate you have chosen to anyone else.If for any reason your offer is not accepted by the Secretary of State for Transport on the release date, then you will receive a full refund by the payment method you have used to make your offer. The Secretary of State's decision to accept or reject your offer is final and we cannot be held responsible for it in any way. If your offer is rejected then you may choose another registration subject to sufficient funds being pre-lodged with us. DVLA, Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency, DVLNI, Driver and Vehicle Licensing Northern Ireland, are registered trademarks.