Short Number Plates
Short number plates reduce excess blank space for a cleaner, more tailored fit where the registration allows it.
Ideal where your registration allows a shorter legal plate format.
Build Your PlateWhy choose short plates?
Cleaner look
Removes unnecessary blank space for a sharper, more premium appearance.
Ideal for shorter registrations
Works best where the registration allows a shorter plate without wasted blank space.
Fully road legal
Built to full DVLA and BS AU 145e standards with correct spacing, margins and materials as standard.
Choose your short plate size
Select the correct size for your registration before choosing your style. If you want a broader comparison first, see our number plate sizes guide or compare all short plates in one place.
18 Inch Plates
Best for most 7 character registrations without a badge.
View options17 Inch Plates
Best for most 6 character registrations with no space or badge.
View options16 Inch Plates
Best for most 6 character registrations without a badge.
View options13 Inch Plates
Best for most 5 character registrations without a badge.
View optionsStyles available for short plates
Choose your finish and build a short plate that fits properly from the start.
2D Printed Plates
Clean, classic design. Fully road legal and timeless.
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3D Gel Plates
Gloss gel characters with a smooth, raised premium finish.
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4D Acrylic Plates
Sharp laser-cut lettering for a bold, high-impact look.
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4D Ghost Plates
Layered acrylic styling for a subtle, stealth finish.
Build this styleRoad legal compliance
All short number plates are manufactured in line with UK road legal standards where spacing, margins and components meet DVLA requirements. Proof of identity and entitlement is required before production. You can also read more in our road legal plates guide and number plate law explained page.