Author: Reg Plates Editor
Jon Cherry is a Director of leading personalised number plate dealer Regplates.com. Jon has over 25 years industry experience handling some of the most expensive plates ever sold with many high profile and celebrity clients. Active since 1991 in the number plate industry, Jon is currently Chairman of the Cherished Numbers Guild, a trade body representing number plate dealers in the UK. Jon has written many articles on the industry and insight into the future of numberplates and the market as a whole.

DVLA’s Banned 26 Plates: What’s Withheld in 2026 (and Why)

DVLA banned number plates

Every March and September, the release of new UK number plate formats sparks excitement among motorists, collectors, and private plate enthusiasts. But alongside the fresh combinations comes something far more intriguing: the list of banned plates. For 2026, the DVLA’s

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  • 15th Jan, 2026

Short vs. Wordy Number Plates: A Readability Psychology Explainer

short number plates

Number plates are more than just identifiers for vehicles—they are cultural symbols, status markers, and in many cases, personal statements. At Regplates.com, we’ve seen how the psychology of readability plays a crucial role in shaping buyer preferences. Short plates often

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  • 10th Dec, 2025

What Actually Happens After You Click ‘Buy’?

buy a personalsied number plate

A Behind-the-Scenes Timeline from Payment to V5C Update Buying a personalised number plate is an exciting moment. That click of the ‘Buy’ button represents more than just a transaction—it sets in motion a chain of official processes, checks, and updates

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  • 13th Nov, 2025

If your bike rack, towbar, or trailer obscures your vehicle’s rear number plate or lights, UK law requires you to fit an additional plate and lighting board that meets DVLA standards. Failure to comply can result in fines up to £1,000.

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Bike Racks, Towbars & Trailers: When You Need an Extra Plate, Size/Placement Rules, and Lighting Requirements Whether you’re heading out for a weekend cycling trip, towing a trailer for a house move, or hitching up a caravan for a holiday,

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  • 5th Nov, 2025