Euro Car Parts - Knowledge Centre

If your number plate is cracked, broken or difficult to read, it’s time to look into replacement number plates. By law, your number plate should be clearly visible, and you could be fined or fail your MOT if your plate is unreadable. If you need a last-minute replacement, we can help – drop into your local store with your car registration details and proof of address, and we’ll create your new plate while you wait. Find out how to order your plates from your closest Euro Car Parts store today. When should I replace my number plate? There’s a few different reasons why your registration plate might need to be replaced: Your plate is cracked or weathered Your number plate has fallen off or been stolen You’ve purchased a DVLA-registered private plate You need an additional plate for your trailer Our number plates are created with black 2D digits in the correct number plate format as standard, in oblong or EV plates. What will I need to bring with me? By law, we’ll need to see documentation that shows you own your car before you can swap out your old plates for new ones. You’ll need to show proof of address and identity, and proof of entitlement; without a V5C, we won’t be able to create your plates. Bring any of the following documents into your local store (you’ll need one ‘proof of identity’ document and one ‘proof of entitlement’ document), and we’ll create your replacement plates while you wait. Proof of identity Driving licence Bank statement from the last six months Utility bills from the last six months (like your phone or council tax bill) Passport National ID card Debit or credit card Proof of entitlement A Vehicle Registration Certificate (V5C) The tear-off slip (V5C/2) from (V5C section 10) Replacement number plates FAQs Can I drive my car while I’m waiting for a new number plate? It’s illegal to drive your car without a valid, DVLA-registered number plate. You could risk a fine, MOT failure or points on your licence if you drive without any plates. Can I drive with my number plate in the windscreen? No. Your number plate should be fixed to the exterior of your vehicle, so it’s clearly visible while you’re driving, without any reflections from your windscreen. How long does it take to replace a number plate? It takes around 30 minutes from when you get to the counter to create your new number plate in-store, so you can drive away in no time. Can I replace a motorbike plate? We are currently unable to create motorbike plates or unregistered plates. Your car must be registered with the DVLA to be eligible for new plates with Euro Car Parts.