Replacement Number Plates UK

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Replacement Number Plates UK

Standard 2D replacement number plates from £12.45 per plate. Precision-printed on reflective acrylic in our Ilford workshop, with same-day collection and UK-wide delivery.

From

£12.45

per plate

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Buy Replacement Number Plates From £12.45

Buy Replacement Number Plates From £12.45

Replacement number plates are made to replace an existing vehicle registration plate that's been damaged, lost, faded or otherwise needs replacing. Our standard replacement plates use flat printed characters on reflective acrylic — the straightforward choice when you want a conventional plate rather than a raised or specialist finish.

Enter your registration into our number plate maker, choose your configuration, and preview your plate before you order.

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Manufactured in IlfordPremium quality. Made by us.

British MadeSupporting UK manufacturing.

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What Are Replacement Number Plates?

What Are Replacement Number Plates?

Replacement number plates — also called standard, 2D or printed number plates — feature flat characters printed directly onto a reflective acrylic background. They offer the straightforward, compliant option for everyday drivers who need a proper replacement plate without paying for a raised or specialist finish.

What Are Replacement Number Plates?

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Reflective Acrylic Standard Plates

Reflective Acrylic Standard Plates

Our standard replacement plates are made from reflective acrylic, printed with durable, UV-resistant inks. Some suppliers offer ABS as an entry-level material for their cheapest tier — ours doesn't move down to a lower-cost substrate just because it's our most affordable option. You get a conventional flat plate made from the same acrylic base we use across our whole range.

When You Need Replacement Number Plates

When You Need Replacement Number Plates

  • Damaged, cracked or scratched plate
  • Faded or discoloured plate
  • Lost or stolen plate
  • Replacing plates after an accident
  • Getting a fresh set before an MOT
  • A new registration assigned to your vehicle
  • A damaged or worn motorcycle plate

Whatever the reason, you can design and order your replacement plate online in a few minutes.

Legal. Compliant. No Compromises.

Are Replacement Number Plates Legal?

Yes. Replacement number plates must be made to the applicable BS AU 145e requirements — correct Charles Wright font, character spacing, reflective construction and supplier markings. Ours are manufactured to meet every current requirement, including our registered RNPS ID.

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CorrectCharles Wright Font

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Style Comparison

Standard vs 3D vs 4D vs 5D vs Bevel vs Ghost

Most Popular
Standard 2D number plate style

Standard 2D

From £12.45

Construction
Printed
Character Appearance
Flat
Best For
Straightforward replacements
Choose Standard
3D Gel number plate style

3D Gel

From £17.45

Construction
Raised gel/resin
Character Appearance
Rounded, glossy
Best For
Subtle upgrade
Choose 3D Gel
4D number plate style

4D

From £17.45

Construction
Laser-cut acrylic
Character Appearance
Sharp, defined
Best For
Modern raised appearance
Choose 4D
5D Gel number plate style

5D Gel

From £29.45

Construction
Acrylic + gel/resin
Character Appearance
Deep, glossy
Best For
Premium finish
Choose 5D Gel
Bevel number plate style

Bevel

From £29.95

Construction
Machined acrylic
Character Appearance
Faceted, diamond-cut
Best For
Premium crafted look
Choose Bevel
Ghost number plate style

Ghost

From £29.45

Construction
Ghost-style finish
Character Appearance
Distinctive, subtle
Best For
Styling-led choice
Choose Ghost

Just need a straightforward replacement? Standard is the sensible choice. Want something more distinctive? See our 3D, 4D, 5D, Bevel or Ghost Number Plates.

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The Technical Detail.

Replacement Number Plate Specifications

RequirementUK RequirementOur Specification
FontPrescribed Charles Wright-style number plate fontCharles Wright 2001
Character Height79mm (cars), 64mm (motorcycles)79mm (cars), 64mm (motorcycles)
Character Width50mm (excluding '1' and 'I')50mm (excluding '1' and 'I')
Stroke Thickness14mm14mm
Character Spacing11mm between characters11mm between characters
Age Identifier Gap33mm33mm
Character ColourBlack on white (front), black on yellow (rear)Black on white (front), black on yellow (rear)
Reflective plate materialBS AU 145e requirementsReflective acrylic, manufactured to BS AU 145e specification
Supplier MarkingsRequired on the finished plateRNPS ID and postcode
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Compliant
by Design.

PNPM
ILFORD

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Precision EngineeredExact specifications, every time

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Tested for the Real WorldReadable by ANPR cameras

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Quality You Can TrustIn-house production in Ilford

More Than a Plate.

Why Choose Our Standard Replacement Plates?

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From £12.45 per plate

— our most affordable option

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Reflective acrylic,

not a cheaper ABS substrate

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Manufactured in our own Ilford workshop

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Registered number plate supplier

(RNPS ID 75449)

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Same-day dispatch when ordered by 2pm

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Free delivery on orders over £15

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Easy to upgrade to 3D,

4D, 5D, Bevel or Ghost during the design process, if you want something more distinctive

Trusted Supplier. Real Quality. A Higher Standard.

Why Buy Your Replacement Plates From Plate-Maker?

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Registered number plate supplier(RNPS ID 75449)

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Manufactured in our own Ilford workshop,not outsourced

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The full range in one place— Standard, 3D, 4D, 5D, Bevel and Ghost

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Document verification carried out by our compliance team before manufacture

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Same-day Ilford collection or UK-wide delivery

Fast. Local. Convenient.

Replacement Number Plates Near Me — Ilford Collection

Local to Ilford? Order by 2pm and collect your replacement plates from our workshop within 3 hours. Bring your original documents — verified on the spot.

Not local to Ilford? No problem — we deliver replacement plates UK-wide.

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Our Ilford WorkshopEastern Ave, Ilford
Essex, IG6 2RT

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OpenMonday – Friday
9:00am – 5:30pm

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How Same-Day Collection Works

  1. 1Design your replacement plates using our plate builder above
  2. 2Select "Collect from Ilford" at checkout
  3. 3Order by 2pm (Monday–Friday)
  4. 4Your plates are ready within 3 hours
  5. 5Visit us, present your original documents, and collect your finished plates
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Prefer Delivery? We Cover the UK

  • Free tracked delivery on orders over £15
  • Next-day delivery UK-wide
  • Secure packaging to prevent damage
  • Real-time tracking so you know when your plates arrive
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Coming From Outside Ilford?

We regularly welcome customers collecting replacement plates from Barking, Romford, Dagenham, Stratford and Watford.

Simple. Secure. Straightforward.

How to Buy Replacement Number Plates Online

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Enter your registration

into our number plate maker to see a real-time preview before ordering

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Choose front, rear or a complete pair

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Upload your identity and entitlement documents

through our secure verification process — our compliance team checks your documents before manufacture

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We manufacture your plates

in our Ilford workshop

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Collect same-day from Ilford

, or receive UK-wide delivery — order by 2pm for same-day dispatch

Design Your Replacement Plates

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The Plate-Maker Advantage

A Better Way to
Buy Number Plates

Simple.
Secure.
Sorted.

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No Hidden Stepsdesign, verify and order in a few minutes

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Live Plate Previewsee exactly what you're buying

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Secure Document Uploadupload your required documents through our secure verification process

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Nationwide Deliveryfree tracked delivery on orders over £15, next-day UK-wide

Real Plates.
Real People.
Real Service.

Document Verification

What Documents Do I Need for Replacement Number Plates?

As a DVLA-registered supplier (RNPS: 75449), we're legally required to verify your identity and entitlement to the registration mark before manufacturing your plates.

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Proof of Identity(Choose One)

  • Current UK driving licence (full or provisional)
  • Valid passport (UK or international)
  • Bank or building society statement — an official, complete copy (not a screenshot or cropped image), dated within the last 6 months
  • Utility bill (gas, electricity, water — dated within the last 6 months)
  • Council tax bill (dated within the last 6 months)

If you don't have photo ID, you may provide two supporting documents showing your current address from the list above.

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Proof of Entitlement(One Required)

  • V5C logbook (vehicle registration certificate) — clear photo of the full document
  • V750 certificate of entitlement (private registration)
  • V778 retention certificate (private registrations on hold)
  • New keeper slip (V5C/2)
  • V948 / eV948 authorisation certificate with official DVLA stamp

For our verification process, we require clear, well-lit photos of the original physical documents, showing all four corners.

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Need help?If you're unsure whether your documents are suitable, contact us before placing your order.

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Replacement Number Plates for Cars, Vans & Motorcycles

Damaged, Faded or Worn Plates?

Replacement
Number Plates for Cars, Vans & Motorcycles

We manufacture standard replacement plates for cars, vans, motorcycles and EVs. Motorcycle plates are produced in the appropriate motorcycle plate format, with character dimensions produced to the applicable requirements. If you drive a zero-emission vehicle, you can add the official Green Flash during manufacture.

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Got a Private Registration?

Replacement Plates for Private Registrations

If you own the rights to a private registration (V750 or V778), we can manufacture standard replacement plates displaying that registration, subject to the same entitlement checks as any other order.

Order Your Private Registration
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Answers to Your Questions

Replacement Number Plates — Frequently Asked Questions

Our standard replacement plates start from £12.45 per plate or £24.95 per pair — our lowest-priced number plate style, designed for a straightforward replacement rather than a raised or premium finish.

Still have a question?Our UK support team is here to help.

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Ready to Order?

Order Your Replacement Number Plates Today

From £12.45 per plate |  £24.95 per pair

Premium
Plates for
Every Journey.

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phone-call icon 020 3576 6603mail icon contact@private-numberplates.ukmap-pin icon242 Eastern Ave, IlfordSame-day collection (within 3 hours)

Need help with your order? Call our UK support team on 020 3576 6603, email contact@private-numberplates.uk, or visit our Ilford workshop at 242 Eastern Ave to collect your plates when ready.

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Made to the Applicable BS AU 145e Requirements

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DVLA Registered (RNPS: 75449)

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35,000+ Sets Sold

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Same-Day Collection & UK Delivery

More Options. A Perfect Fit.

Sizes, Badges & Accessories

Standard is also available in our full size ladder — down to a Short 3 Digit plate if your registration is shorter, or up to Motorcycle, Oversized, Hex or Japanese Import formats if you need a specialist size. You can also add a UK, EV or national badge, and optional extras like sticky pads or a fixing kit at checkout.

See the full Sizes, Badges & Accessories guide for every option
Standard number plate

Standard

520mm x 111mm

123

Short 3 Digit

226mm x 111mm

Motorcycle number plate

Motorcycle

235mm x 178mm

Oversized number plate

Oversized

533mm x 152mm

UK Flag

GB

England

Scotland

Wales

EV

Sticky Pads

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Fixing Kit