Primo Registrations Review
One of the most-reviewed dealers on Trustpilot. Est. 2004. 50M+ plates. 4.8/5.
2004
Established
50M+
Plates
4.8/5
Trustpilot
8,000+
Reviews
20 years
Experience
Overview
Primo Registrations has been trading since 2004 and has built one of the highest review volumes of any plate dealer on Trustpilot — over 8,000 reviews with a 4.8/5 rating. That's a remarkable level of customer feedback.
They offer access to 50M+ registrations and provide the standard suite of services: search, purchase, transfer handling, free valuations, and seller listings.
What makes them notable is the sheer volume of positive customer feedback. While some dealers have higher ratings, very few have the same volume of verified reviews — which arguably makes the rating more reliable.
Pricing & Fees Breakdown
What you'll actually pay — no surprises
| Fee | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| DVLA plates (starting price) | ~£99 | Competitive starting prices. |
| DVLA £80 transfer fee | £80 | Government fee on top. |
| Dealer commission | Commission-based | Added to seller's price. |
| Transfer handling | Included | Full DVLA paperwork included. |
| Selling via brokerage | Free to seller | Commission added to buyer's price. |
| Physical plates | Not supplied | Order separately. |
Example total cost: A plate at £300 plus £80 DVLA fee. Total: approximately £380.
Pros & Cons
What We Like
- 8,000+ Trustpilot reviews — one of the highest volumes in the industry
- Excellent 4.8/5 rating — consistently positive feedback
- 20 years of trading experience
- Competitive pricing from ~£99
- Transfer handling included
- Strong customer service reputation
Room for Improvement
- No finance or buy-now-pay-later options
- Physical plates not supplied
- No industry body memberships listed
- No DVLA auction bidding service
- Website could be more feature-rich
- No plate builder tool
Services
Buy Number Plates
Search 50M+ registrations covering all formats and price ranges.
Sell Your Plate
Free listing with commission-based pricing.
Transfer Handling
Full DVLA transfer service included in every purchase.
Free Valuation
Quick valuations to help price your plate for sale.
Retention Help
Assistance with DVLA retention certificates.
Customer Support
Responsive support team — backed by 8,000+ positive reviews.
Our Verdict
Primo Registrations lets their customers do the talking — and 8,000+ of them have spoken positively. That volume of reviews at a 4.8/5 rating is genuinely impressive and provides strong social proof.
The service is straightforward: good stock, competitive pricing, included transfer handling. They don't try to be everything — they just do the basics well and consistently.
The lack of industry memberships, finance options, and a plate builder tool are notable gaps. But if customer satisfaction is your primary decision factor, Primo's review record is hard to argue with.
Best for: Buyers who are heavily influenced by customer reviews and want a dealer with a proven track record of satisfaction.
Key Information
| Trading as | Primo Registrations |
| Website | primoregistrations.co.uk |
| Founded | 2004 |
| DVLA registered | Yes |
| Industry memberships | None listed |
| Finance | Not available |
| Trustpilot | 4.8/5 (8,000+ reviews) |
Information verified March 2026. Subject to change.