The Plate Room
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25 Hilariously Rude Number Plates That Actually Exist
From BO11 LCK to PEN 15, these are the funniest (and rudest) personalised plates spotted on UK roads. Some of these sneaked past the DVLA somehow.
12 March 2026
Are Number Plates a Good Investment? We Crunched the Numbers
Some plates have returned over 1,000% in 20 years. We look at which styles hold value, what drives prices, and whether you should treat plates as assets.
10 March 2026
The Most Expensive Celebrity Number Plates in the UK
From the Sultan of Brunei's "F 1" to Afzal Khan's "F 1" — a look at the plates owned by footballers, reality stars, and billionaires.
8 March 2026
How to Transfer a Number Plate: Step-by-Step Guide (2026)
Everything you need to know about V317, V750, retention certificates, and getting your new plate on your car without any headaches.
5 March 2026
50 Brilliant Name Plates You Can Buy for Under £500
Think personalised plates are only for the wealthy? These clever name plates — from D4 VE to S4 RAH — are surprisingly affordable.
3 March 2026
The Number Plates the DVLA Won't Let You Have (And Why)
Every year the DVLA bans hundreds of combinations. From the obvious obscenities to the surprisingly innocent ones that got caught in the crossfire.
28 February 2026
Dateless Number Plates: Why They're the Holy Grail
They can go on any vehicle regardless of age. They're the shortest and most desirable. Here's why dateless plates are the crown jewels of the plate world.
25 February 2026
The 10 Most Expensive Number Plates Ever Sold in the UK
"25 O" sold for £518,000. "F 1" is insured for £14 million. These are the plates that cost more than houses — and why collectors pay those prices.
20 February 2026
Buying a Number Plate as a Gift: The Ultimate Guide
Thinking of surprising someone with their name on a plate? Here's how to choose the right one, keep it secret, and handle the paperwork.
18 February 2026
The Irish Plates Trick: How to Get a Dateless Plate for Less
Northern Irish registrations don't have a year identifier, making them dateless by default. Here's how savvy buyers use this to their advantage.
15 February 2026
Premier League Number Plates: What the Players Drive
From Rashford's custom plates to Grealish's infamous rides — which footballers have the best (and worst) personalised registrations?
12 February 2026
Number Plate Scams: 7 Red Flags to Watch Out For
Clone plates, phantom sellers, and too-good-to-be-true deals. How to spot a scam and buy your plate safely.
10 February 2026
The Art of Making Plates Spell Words: A Spotter's Guide
How 4 becomes A, 11 becomes H, and 3 becomes E. Master the number-to-letter tricks that make plates like BO55 and M155 work.
8 February 2026
How to Sell Your Number Plate for the Best Price
Where to list it, how to price it, and what paperwork you need. A complete guide to getting top money for your personalised registration.
5 February 2026
"I Bought My First Plate at 21 — Here's What Happened"
One PersonalReg customer shares how buying a £300 plate for his first car turned into a lifelong hobby (and a surprisingly good investment).
1 February 2026