Transfer a personalised registration; £80
The DVLA form to complete is the V317 – Application to transfer or retain a vehicle registration number. It may be quicker & easier to complete your plate transfer as a two-step process online; first retaining and then assigning your private number plate to your new vehicle.
How long does it take to put a private plate on?
Online – The car registration will be assigned immediately if your vehicle does not need an inspection. By Post – This can take up to 2 weeks if your vehicle does not need an inspection.
Do I need to tell insurance about number plate change?
Update your insurance company
Just as if anything else on your policy changes, any insurance policy will need to be changed to ensure it’s covering the new plate, and not still attached to the old one.
Is a car still insured if you change the number plate?
Will having a personalised number plate increase my insurance? Every insurance supplier operates differently, with some categorising a personalised number plate as a form of car modification. However, this is not always the case and you should check with your own insurance company to find out how you may be affected.
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How long does it take DVLA to transfer a number plate?
Your original number plate will usually be reassigned to your vehicle automatically, if your application is successful. This will happen straight away. You’ll be sent: a new log book (V5C) showing the vehicle’s replacement registration number – it can take 4 to 6 weeks to arrive.
Do you have to wait for v5 to put private plate on?
You need the vehicle’s log book (V5C). If you already have a private number on your vehicle, apply to take it off first. You could lose the right to use the number if you do not.
How long does it take to get a private plate from DVLA?
Certificates from the “Make Your Own Plate/Prefix Plates” Section and “New Style Plates” Section are usually dispatched and received by the buyer within 5 to 7 working days.
Do I need to Retax my car when I put private plates on?
No. A car must be taxed to transfer a private number plate to it. If your vehicle is not taxed, we can apply for tax at the same time as transfering your personalised number plate to it – do both things together.
Does a private plate affect insurance?
No. You are required by law to display a registration mark on your vehicle. A private number plate should not be considered a vehicle modification and your insurer should not change your premium as a result.
What happens to my old number plate when I change it?
What happens to my current registration when I change to a private number plate? When a private number plate is transferred to your car, the existing registration number is made void by the DVLA. It is effectively “lost”.
How long do I have to put new number plate on my car?
You should put your new number plates on the car as quickly as possible once you have received a letter from the DVLA that the transfer of the registration number is complete. You will have a few days’ grace to have the number plates made up. But don’t leave it too long.
Can I drive my new car while waiting for registration?
The answer to this question is yes you can, but only for a week and with a specific document. The document that actually lets you drive your brand new vehicle without the OR/CR is the Sales Invoice. It is important to note that this must match the conduction sticker of your vehicle in order to be valid.
Can I sell my car while waiting for number plate transfer?
If you are selling your car and wish to keep the number plate it currently displays, you will need to arrange to transfer the registration from the vehicle BEFORE you sell it! You can move the registration onto a certificate, or onto another vehicle. The important thing is to do this in advance of selling the car.
Why can’t I register my private number plate online?
In many cases your private number plate can be assigned online. But be aware that it MAY be declined if the DVLA wish to do detailed checks or if your MoT / tax is not valid. You must deal direct with the DVLA if this happens.
Can a dealer put my private plate on?
You’ll still need to apply to assign the plates to your car, though. Dealers can help you with this, but if you’re doing it yourself, the car must be registered to you first. You can make the application via the DVLA’s website or by writing to them.
How long does a V750 take to arrive?
It’ll take around 3 to 4 weeks for the new V750 or V778 to arrive.
Do I own my private number plate?
Yes, whenever you change cars, you have the choice to take your personalised number plate with you. You don’t have to leave it on your car. You must remove the registration number from your car before selling it. If you don’t, ownership of the registration number will pass with ownership of the vehicle.
Are private plates worth it?
You Won’t Ever Forget Your Car Registration
Well, with a personalised plate, you’re unlikely to forget it. You’re bound to have chosen a mark that’s meaningful to you and is simple and easy to remember. So, the next time you have to write down your registration number, you won’t have to go out to your car first.
How long can I retain my number plate?
So, currently, the retention certificate will be valid for 10 years and you can renew it completely free of charge once it has expired.
What happens to my private plate when I sell my car?
If you decide to sell or give your private reg to someone else, you have to assign it to their car. You can do this online using the Personalised Vehicle Registration Service. If you prefer to do things by post, you need to send the DVLA: The log book of the car that will have the private plate.