Displaying registration numbers

Registration numbers must be correctly displayed in line with the law. You must go to a Registered Number Plate Supplier (RNPS) to get a number plate.

If you do not keep to the law relating to the style, size and spacing of letters and numbers on number plates, you could be fined up to £1000 and the registration number may be permanently withdrawn from use.

You can get more information on spacing in leaflet Display of vehicle registration numbers (V796) – which you can download fromwww.direct.gov.uk/motoringleaflets

You cannot use a registration number to make your vehicle appear younger than it actually is.