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Age Identifiers on UK Number Plates

The age identifier on a UK number plate is a two-digit number that indicates the age of the vehicle. The age identifier changes every six months, on 1 March and 1 September.

The age identifier is located in the middle of the number plate, between the two letters and the three random letters. For example, on the number plate BD51SMR, the age identifier is 51.

The following table shows a list of all of the age identifiers that have been used on UK number plates since 1 September 2001.

How to use the age identifier to determine the year of manufacture of a vehicle

To determine the year of manufacture of a vehicle using the age identifier, you need to know the following:

• The age identifier
• The date range that the age identifier was used

For example, if you see a vehicle with the number plate BD51SMR, you know that the vehicle was registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002. However, you cannot know for sure when the vehicle was manufactured, as it is possible that the vehicle was not registered immediately after it was manufactured.

Other uses for the age identifier

The age identifier can also be used for other purposes, such as:

• To determine the eligibility of a vehicle for certain road tax discounts
• To identify vehicles that are due for an MOT test
• To identify vehicles that are subject to certain restrictions, such as the London Congestion Charge

Conclusion

The age identifier on a UK number plate is a useful tool for determining the age of a vehicle. It can also be used for other purposes, such as determining the eligibility of a vehicle for certain discounts or restrictions.

Additional information about age identifiers

• The age identifier is not always a reliable indicator of the year of manufacture of a vehicle. This is because it is possible for a vehicle to be registered after it was manufactured.
• Imported vehicles may not have an age identifier that corresponds to the year of manufacture.
• Some vehicles, such as vehicles that are used for testing or research purposes, may have a special age identifier.

If you need to know the exact year of manufacture of a vehicle, you should contact the DVLA.

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