What Documents Do I Need to Buy Number Plates?
What Documents Do I Need to Buy UK Number Plates? – Full DVLA Guide
To legally purchase number plates in the UK, the DVLA requires you to provide proof of identity and proof of entitlement to the registration.
1. Proof of Identity (You must provide one of the following)
Accepted documents include:
- Driving licence (photocard)
- Passport
- Armed Forces identity card
- Utility bill (less than 6 months old)
- Bank or credit card statement (less than 6 months old)
- Council tax statement
- Birth certificate (alongside supporting ID)
This confirms your name and address.
2. Proof of Entitlement to the Registration (You must provide one of the following)
You must prove you have the legal right to the registration number. Accepted documents include:
- V5C Logbook (most common)
- V750 Certificate of Entitlement (pink slip)
- V778 Retention Document (green slip)
- V11 Tax Reminder
- Temporary Import papers
- DVLA/eDVLA letter confirming entitlement
- Number plate authorisation certificate (from fleet or lease company)
The registration must legally belong to the vehicle you are purchasing plates for.
Why Are Documents Required?
DVLA regulations prevent:
- Misuse of registration numbers
- Cloning
- Fraud
- Unauthorised plate production
Because MUZZPLATE is a DVLA-registered supplier, we are required by law to verify documentation.
How to Send Documents to MUZZPLATE
Upload clear photographs of both documents during checkout.
We accept:
- JPG
- PNG
- Smartphone photos
Once verified, your plates will be produced and dispatched the same day (before 3pm).
You can also send photos via WhatsApp to 0000000000, make sure to include your order number.
Can I Buy Number Plates Without Documents?
No. All UK suppliers must request documentation.
If a supplier does not ask for documents, they are breaking DVLA rules.
Do I Need Documents to Order Show Plates?
No. Show plates are not road-legal, so documentation is not required.