Want Personalised Number Plates? Go Through the Step-by-Step Registration Process

To make your car look more personalised with number plates, the foremost thing is to understand its registration process. For DVLA registration, you must follow a stepwise process. Without proper knowledge of the Personalised Number Plates registration process, it is not easy to get one. In this article, let’s discuss the process in a detailed manner. 

Step – 1 – Buying a Personalised Number Plate

You can buy personalised number plates in two days either from the DVLA auctions or from a registered private dealer. But make sure to buy from DVLA-registered dealers only. The auctions take place five times every year. You can also figure out the numbers from the auction. To get the numbers, you have to bid on it. The auctions for private numbers also take place online. The user will be given a V750 entitlement certification after you pay for the number. Also, you can buy it from a private dealer. 

Step – 2 – Assigning Private Number

To need to follow certain rules to assign the private number to your vehicle. You either need to have a V750 certificate of entitlement or a V778 retention document to assign. Remember that you cannot choose a number that starts with ‘Q’ or ‘NIQ’. Moreover, you cannot use a private number that makes your vehicle look younger than it actually is. For example, you cannot use ‘07’ on a 2003 registered vehicle. The DVLA will contact the vehicle owner if an inspection is required. 

Additional requirements the vehicles must meet;

The vehicle must be moving on its own power.The vehicle should need an MOT or HGV test certificateIt must be available for inspection.It should be taxed or had a SORN for the past 5 yearsFor historic vehicles, you must have a current MOT certificate.

Step – 3 – Apply to Assign a Number

You can apply for Personalised Number Plates online when the vehicle is registered in your name. Another way to apply is through online. If you have recently brought a used vehicle, you have to wait until DVLA sends a new V5C. After this, you can apply by post or online. 

You must submit your V750 or V778 document for brand-new vehicles to your dealer. You can ask your dealer to apply on behalf of you. In scenarios where you want to register the private number to your name from someone else, you can also apply online or through post. 

If you already own a private number for your vehicle, you have to take it first. If you do not change, you will lose the right to use the new one. Remember, it is free to apply by post and online. 

Step – 4 – Apply by Post or Online

The private number will be assigned immediately if your vehicle is not checked. Be prepared to have a new plate attached as soon as you check-in. To apply by post, you must send the necessary documents to DVLA. Here is the documents list;

Completed V750 or V778 documentVehicle’s log book or green ‘new keeper’ slip. A complete V62 ‘application with vehicle registration certificate V5C’If you want to assign the private number for someone else’s vehicle, add ‘nominee’ in section 2 - V750 or V778.

Meanwhile, if you want to tax your vehicle, the following documents are required;

MOT certificateV10 ‘application for vehicle tax formVehicle tax amount

Step – 5 –Process of After Private Number Assignment

After the private number is successfully assigned, the DVLA will send you a new logbook (V5C) and the original MOT. So, now you are all set to install the Personalised Number Plates on your vehicle. 

How much time it takes to receive your log book?

The vehicle owners will usually get their log book after 4 weeks. If you have not received it in 6 weeks, immediately consult DVLA. If you have not reached out to DVLA, you will be charged a mount of £25 for a replacement. 

To whom should you inform your new registration number?

After getting your Personalised Number Plates, you must inform your insurance company. You must update your new private number for all your auto payment accounts. For example, the Ultra Low Emission Zone Charge, the Congestion Charge, the Low Emission Zone Charge, Clean Air Zones Charge, and the Dart Charge. You will be penalised with a fine if you do not update your new registration number in one of these zones. 

Final Thoughts

The above are the registration steps for Personalised Number Plates. Ensure to follow DVLA's rules and guidelines before registering for it. If you miss any of the step or documentation processes, you may not get your private number. After successfully getting registered, the registration number and plates will be only yours for a lifetime. If you want to change and take it off, you have to consult DVLA and follow the removal process.