Numberplate Buyer Frequently Asked Questions
How do I buy a private registration number?
When you have found your desired plate, simply buy online or call for advice, 7 days a week on 01482 222 223.
How do I transfer my private registration number?
If you buy your personal registration from us we explain all requirements and procedures and we will take care of the paperwork for you!
Why are some prices subject to VAT?
If the registration is owned by Car Marks or comes from a vat registered source, VAT has to be added. Registrations not subject to VAT are being sold on a commission basis, when VAT is calculated on the margin but not passed on to the client.
What happens to my present registration number?
Unless you want to pay the Department of Transport fee and retain it, the registration is taken and held in suspense as to such time when it is re-issued to the donor vehicle.
How do I retain my registration number as I do not have another vehicle to transfer the number to?
We can provide your chosen registration number on a certificate which you may hold until you have a suitable vehicle. We will explain exactly what you need to do and what you need to be aware of. Registrations on certificates make wonderful gifts!
What happens to my payment if i change my mind before the transfer is completed and I no longer want the registration that I have agreed to purchase?
We expect all purchase agreements to be honoured, just as you shall expect us to honour our terms of business. However, we do recognise that situations can change and we shall endeavour to advertise and sell the registration on your behalf after it has been transferred to your vehicle or payment has been made in full.
I paid a part payment by credit card and I wish to pay the rest by credit card also. Is this OK?
Yes. You may pay the remainder of the outstanding purchase amount by credit card although Car Marks shall charge an additional 2% handling charge for Visa or Mastercard. Debit cards such a Switch do not incur an additional handling charge. In all cases Car Marks must have your written instruction to debit the outstanding amount from your credit card.
Can I pay by other methods other than credit card?
Yes. You may pay by Cheque or Bankers Draft.
Do Car Marks provide the acrylic plates?
Not included within the purchase price. However, Car Marks do provide a plate manufacturing service details of which can be obtained from our sales office on 01482 222 223.
Are there any restrictions of a number with a year letter?
You cannot make a vehicle look newer than it actually is by transferring a younger year letter. For example JON 246W cannot be transferred to a vehicle originally registered as SUE 294G as this would make it look younger.
How long does a transfer take?
The average time scale is between five days and four weeks. We ensure that every transfer is expedited as quickly as possible, but it should be noted that the transfer cannot be started until we receive all the required documents.
If the recipient vehicle already has a cherished mark can I transfer both at the same time?
Yes. This is called a double transfer or back to back. It presents no problem for Car Marks but you shall need to immediately supply us with the document of the third vehicle involved and an extra transfer fee.
Can a registration be transferred from a car to a motorcycle?
Yes, all motorcycles (including mopeds) can participate freely provided the normal requirements of the number transfer facility are met.
