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Every road legal plate we make meets the BS AU 145e standard and is made by a DVLA-registered supplier, so it will pass its MOT. Choose from 2D printed plates, 3D gel number plates and 4D number plates in 3mm or 6mm, gloss or matte, plus domed and retro styles.
Road legal plates must use solid black characters in the standard font, with the correct spacing, a reflective plate and our supplier name and postcode. Styles such as ghost, negative or tinted plates are not road legal; if you want those for a car meet, see our show plates.
Answers to the questions we get asked most about road legal number plates. Anything else, call us on 01254 917777, message us on WhatsApp or email [email protected].
Yes, yes and YES! Drive with confidence knowing that all the 4D Number Plates listed here are in full compliance with road legal standards. Stay stylish and assured on the road!
Traditionally, number plates were attached using screws. Yet, this method is no longer preferred since it can diminish visibility or distort the plate’s lettering. Plus, incorrect drilling might lead to cracks.
We provide a variety of discrete DIY fixing solutions for you to select during your purchase.
It depends on the look you want. Gel gives raised, rounded characters with a glossy finish, while laser-cut acrylic gives a sharper, bolder edge. We make both in road legal styles, including gloss and matte black acrylic, and domed plates that combine the two.
Displaying a UK, SCO, ENG, or CYM flag on your plate is entirely legal and can significantly elevate the look of your plates, especially with our 4D flags.
If you’re venturing outside the UK, the UK flag eliminates the need for extra stickers on your vehicle as an added bonus.
The green flash on the left of a number plate shows that the vehicle is fully electric (zero emission). It is optional and only allowed on zero-emission vehicles. The badge itself does not give access to ULEZ or other clean air zones, as those depend on the vehicle’s emissions, but some local schemes use it to spot electric vehicles.
The terms are used loosely across the industry. At Num8er Plates, 3D means characters coated in a raised, domed gel, and 4D means solid laser-cut acrylic characters fixed to the plate, which give a sharper raised edge. Our 4D Domed plates combine both. See our 3D gel plates and 4D number plates.
The DVLA has set specific guidelines to ensure number plates meet legal standards. Key visual criteria include:
Remember to always adhere to these standards to stay compliant on the roads.
Learn more about technicalities in our in-depth blog post here.
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