What Is a Number Plate Holder?
A number plate holder is one of the simplest yet most effective upgrades you can make to your vehicle. Whether you drive a daily, a modified build or a JDM import, the right holder keeps your plate secure, protects it from damage and gives your vehicle a cleaner, more professional finish. In this guide, JDM Plates breaks down what a holder is, how it works and why choosing a quality one matters.
A number plate holder is a frame, casing or surround designed to keep your registration plate securely mounted to your vehicle. Instead of relying purely on sticky pads or drilling straight through the plate, a holder gives you a solid base to attach your plate to, using clips, number plate screws or a dedicated number plate bracket.
Holders are available for standard UK plates, hex plates, custom plates, motorbike plates and import sizes, making them one of the most versatile number plate accessories available today.
Why Use a Number Plate Holder For Your License Plate?
1. Secure, Stable Mounting
A holder gives your plate a firm, stable connection using a proper number plate mount or bracket. This reduces vibration, prevents rattling and stops the plate from loosening over time.
2. Protects Your Plate
Custom plates, especially 3D, 4D or private number plates, benefit from added protection around the edges, helping prevent cracking, bending or stone chips.
3. Cleaner, More Professional Look
A number plate holder hides old screw holes, adhesive marks and uneven edges, giving your vehicle a much neater appearance.
4. Easier Plate Changes
If you swap plates often for shows or private reg changes, a holder is ideal. You can remove and refit plates without damaging them.
Types of Number Plate Holders
JDM Plates offers a wide range of holders and accessories, including:
- Standard UK Holders – the most common option for daily vehicles.
- Hex Plate Holders – designed for modern hex-style plates.
- Import & JDM Holders – perfect for non-standard plate sizes.
- Motorbike Holders – lightweight, durable and built for high-vibration environments.
- Minimal Brackets & Mounts – for custom bumpers, shaved rears or show builds.
Each holder uses either an integrated clip system, a mount or a number plate bracket, depending on the design.
How to Remove a Number Plate From a Holder
One of the biggest advantages of using a holder is how easy it is to work with. Most holders allow you to change or clean your plate without damaging it.
Here’s how to remove a number plate from a holder:
- Identify whether your holder uses click-in tabs, sliding clips or screws.
- Gently unclip or loosen the tab at one edge of the frame.
- Work your way around the frame until the plate lifts free.
- Slide or lift the plate out from the holder’s backing.
This process protects the plate itself. No bending, flexing or risk of cracking.
How to Open a Number Plate Holder
If you’re unsure how to open a number plate holder, the method depends on the specific design:
- Clip-frame holders – pull back the small plastic tabs.
- Hinged holders – open like a small door from one side.
- Sliding holders – push the plate gently upward to release.
- Bracket-style mounts – unscrew the visible fixing points.
Opening the holder should never require excessive force. If it feels stuck, check for hidden tabs along the top or bottom edge.
Why Choose JDM Plates for Number Plate Holders?
JDM Plates supplies high-quality holders, mounts and brackets designed for durability, secure fitment and a premium finish. Every product is engineered to work seamlessly with standard UK plates, hex plates, imports, motorcycles and custom sizes, making us the go-to choice for enthusiasts, daily drivers and show-car owners alike.
From improving security to elevating style, the right number plate holder is a simple upgrade that makes a big difference.
Upgrade Your Vehicle With a Premium Number Plate Holder From JDM Plates
If you’re ready to give your vehicle a cleaner, sharper and more secure plate setup, there’s no better place to start than with a premium number plate holder from JDM Plates. Our holders, brackets and mounts are built to last, engineered for a perfect fit and designed to complement everything from daily drivers to full show builds and JDM imports.
Whether you need a standard UK holder, a hex mount, an import-fit frame or a durable motorbike bracket, you’ll find high-quality options made to protect your plates and elevate your vehicle’s look instantly. Fast UK dispatch, reliable service and top-tier materials come as standard.
Give your number plate the finish it deserves. Shop number plate holders at JDM Plates today.
