Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! All number plates have to have capital letters; this is industry standard and a requirement to comply with the British standards. Another key note is that O’s & 0’s are the same. I’s and 1’s also have the same character format.

To comply with the current MOT inspection guidelines and BSAU 145e, the smallest possible rectangle registration plate sizes for import vehicles consist of the following:-

• 408w x 87h (mm) – 7 digit reg
• 354w x 87h (mm) – 6 digit reg
• 300w x 87h (mm) – 5 digit reg
• 226w x 87h (mm) – 4 digit reg
• 172w x 87h (mm) – 3 digit reg

However, if any of your characters consist of an I or a 1, then the width of your number plate can be reduced by 34mm (for each 1 or I you have) as the character width can be 10mm as opposed to 44mm. These sizes can be found on our interactive number plate generator.

To comply with the current MOT inspection guidelines and BSAU 145d, although this is soon changing to BSAU 145e (which will not affect number plate dimensions), the smallest possible square registration plate sizes for imported vehicles consist of the following:-

• 226w x 156h (mm) – 7 digit reg
• 172w x 156h (mm) – 6 digit reg
• 172w x 156h (mm) – 5 digit reg

However, if any of your characters consist of an I or a 1, then the width of your number plate may be reduced by 34mm (for each 1 or I you have) as the character width can be 10mm as opposed to 44mm.

Note:- The reduction in size is subject to the formation of characters so this may not be  available for some customers. These sizes can be found on our interactive number plate generator.

To comply with the current MOT inspection guidelines and BSAU 145d, although this is soon changing to BSAU 145e (which will not affect number plate dimensions), the smallest possible rectangle registration plate sizes for UK cars consist of the following:-

• 460w x 101h (mm) – 7 digit reg
• 399w x 101h (mm) – 6 digit reg
• 338w x 101h (mm) – 5 digit reg
• 255w x 101h (mm)– 4 digit reg
• 194w x 101h (mm) – 3 digit reg

However, if any of your characters consist of an I or a 1, then the width of your number plate can be reduced by 36mm (for each 1 or I you have) as the character width can be 14mm as opposed to 50mm. These sizes can be found on our interactive number plate generator.

To comply with the current MOT inspection guidelines and BSAU 145d, although this is soon changing to BSAU 145e (which will not affect number plate dimensions), the smallest possible square registration plate sizes for imported vehicles consist of the following:-

• 255w x 199h (mm) – 7 digit reg
• 225w x 199h (mm) – 6 digit reg
• 225w x 199h (mm) – 5 digit reg

However, if any of your characters consist of an I or a 1, then the width of your number plate can be reduced by 36mm (for each 1 or I you have) as the character width can be 14mm as opposed to 50mm.

Note:- The reduction in size is subject to the formation of characters so this may not be  available for some customers. These sizes can be found on our interactive number plate generator.

According tothe DVLA and relevant Government Legislation, the following ID and documentation can be supplied to prove your identity and ownership of the vehicle prior to purchasing a registration plate. This information is required by law and if ANY number plate supplier does not request this information then they are trading illegally!

Proof of ID:

A = Driving Licence
B = Utility, telephone or council tax bill
C = A bank or building society statement
D = Passport
E = Foreign National Identity Card
F = Debit or Credit Card
G = A police warrant card
H = An armed forces identity card

Proof of Ownership:

1= Registration Certificate (V5C)
2 = Tear off slip V5C/2 section 10 of the V5C
3 = Certificate of entitlement to a mark (V750)
4 = Cherished transfer retention document (V778)
5 = Vehicle licence renewal form (V11)
6 = Temporary registration certificate (V379)
7 = Authorisation Certificate (V948) with Official DVLA stamp
8 = A letter of authorisation from Fleet Operators (including a lease/hire company) quoting the document reference number from the V5C
9 = Record of the insurer’s name, reference and policy number (for repairs approved by an insurance company).

The best method to contact us would be via our ‘Contact Us’ forms on the home page and the ‘Contact Us’ page as well as contact forms scattered around the website. We frequently check our emails and although we use the majority of social media platform; they are used less frequent as they are primarily used for advertising purposes. We do have an automated chat system which may help with some of your questions… You can be directed to all of our social media pages via the icons around the website.

We do have a phone number although at peak times we may not be able to answer. Feel free to leave us a voicemail if we are unable to answer and we will return your call when possible. Our phone number is, 01493 230023.

To maintain RNPS SID number and to comply with the DVLA trading rules; number plate suppliers are required to keep customer records for a minimum of 3 years. This information is required in order to prove that a particular trader has completed a trade.

Yes. We can manufacture any size number plate. However, bespoke number plates may incur an added charge as design time will need to be implemented and the costs to cover the time required to set up machine tools etc… Custom plates will be subject to additional lead times subject to the complexity of the custom number plate design.

If you wish to send in your bespoke requirements, please complete the form on the Home page.

First and foremost, this is not for advertising but a legal requirement. In order to fully comply with the British Standards, number plate suppliers need to print their company details and postcode along the bottom centre of the number plate. The most recent British Standard code all needs to be printed on the bottom right of the number plate alongside the company icon where the materials were sourced from.

If you have received a faded number plate, it is likely to be the protective film that needs to be removed. Peel off this film carefully from one of the corners (it can be difficult) but rest assured – your new replacement number plates will be gleaming!

The only legal font is Charles Wright and must be black only. However, many styles can be used such as:-

• 4D (both 3mm and 5mm)
• 3D gel
• 4D with a layer of gel on-top (sometimes called 5D number plates)
• 4D retro (bevelled characters)
• Generic printed

Our dispatch times are completely dependant on when we receive your documentation. After placing your order you ar prompted to send us your proof of ownership and proof of ID. Once we receive this we will typically make your order within 1-2 working days. However, we do have a priority shipping service to have these dispatched same day.

Yes, if you want a number plate that is not a registration number and just a logo or some custom text for instance then it is not a problem. We can make any business branded number plates.

We can also custom print logos on our number plate holders for that extra brand awareness!

Yes, JDM Plates offers a vast range of number plate holders and number plate frames from completely unique and custom shaped number plate holders to generic branded and unbranded number plate frames.

Yes, you can have borders on number plates and in any colour. At JDM Plates we offer a range of coloured number plate border options including raised 4D acrylic borders.

Unfortunately we do not. As we primarily deal with the UK market and need to see and record relevant documents, we do not ship internationally.

Unfortunately we do not pre-drill replacement number plates. Every vehicle has different mounting locations therefore it should be done when near the vehicle to ensure the holes should be where they need to be. JDM Plates do have a number plate fitting guide for any top tips.

Recycled number plates are eco-friendly number plates that are beneficial for the environment. Here at JDM Plates we offer our range of metatek number plates which are eco-friendly recycled number plates.

Typically, your right to cancel an order starts the moment you place your order and doesn’t end until 14 days from the day you receive your goods.

However, there are some caveats with bespoke and personalised items which include number plates.

Made up Number Plates are a bespoke item and cannot be resold to another person due to ownership rights, therefore we are unable to offer a full refund, we can however refund the cost of your postage, accessories, and fitting kits.