Driver information blog Private (personalised) number plates – Part Two- Plus buying at DVLA auction information
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All this information below, is on the GOV.UK website and is constantly updated. This information, to the best of our knowledge, was correct at the time of post.
The GOV.UK and DVLA sites are a great source of information and a lot of hard work goes into providing this information for us! We are showing you a sample and please, check for yourself, the latest version on the information, on the sites.
This is public knowledge information, for everyone to us. Check it out and do not rely on any information provided on our website.
https://www.gov.uk/ Welcome Page of GOV.UK
Follow the links
1. Buy a private number plate
https://www.gov.uk/personalised-vehicle-registration-numbers/buying-a-private-number-plate
Buy from DVLA
You can buy new numbers from DVLA Personalised Registrations.
Buying at DVLA auctions
There are auctions across the country about 6 times a year. You can see a list of the numbers coming up for auction.
You can bid in person, by phone, in writing or online.
You’ll get a V750 certificate of entitlement once you’ve paid for the private (personalised) number. This is to prove that you have the right to use a private number plate.
Buying from a private dealer or person
You can buy a private number from a dealer or from another person.
Make sure you get a V750 or V778 document from the seller to prove you have the right to use the number. You’ll need it to assign the number to a vehicle.
https://www.gov.uk/personalised-vehicle-registration-numbers/buying-a-private-number-plate
2. Assign a private number to a vehicle
https://www.gov.uk/personalised-vehicle-registration-numbers/keep-or-assign
To assign a private (personalised) number to a vehicle, you need either a:
- V778 retention document
- V750 certificate of entitlement
- online reference number
You get one of these when you either buy a number or take a number from another vehicle you own.
Assign the number to a vehicle you already own
You can assign a private number online or by post.
The vehicle must be:
- registered with the DVLA in the UK
- available for inspection
- of a type that needs an MOT or heavy goods vehicle (HGV) test certificate
You can’t assign a number starting with a Q or NIQ.
It doesn’t cost anything to do this.
DVLA will send you a new log book (V5C) in the post.
You must put new number plates on the vehicle before you drive it.
Assign a private number to a brand new vehicle
You can ask your car dealer to assign a private number to a vehicle you’re buying. Give the dealer your V750 or V778 document.
Your dealer can also transfer your private number from a vehicle you own to a vehicle you’re buying.
Both vehicles must be of a type that needs an MOT or heavy goods vehicle (HGV) test certificate.
If you’re transferring the number from a vehicle you own, DVLA will send you the new log book (V5C) for that vehicle with a new registration number.
You must not sell or get rid of a vehicle until you get the new log book (V5C).
https://www.gov.uk/personalised-vehicle-registration-numbers/keep-or-assign
Drive carefully and drive safe!!!!!!!
Extra information about buying at auction!
Private Plate news
These are the extra costs of plates bought at public auction.
This is public information and available at the DVLA website
http://www.dvlaauction.co.uk/index.php/live-auction/what-will-it-cost/
What Will It Cost?
The sale price (also called the ‘Hammer Price’) is subject to VAT, the Auctioneer’s Buyer’s Premium of 8% (minimum £40 + VAT) together with the £80 Assignment Fee.
This can mount up! So be aware and use their calculator provided.
Example below, based on £10,000.00.
Hammer Price: £10,000.00
VAT on Hammer Price @ 20%: £2,000.00
Buyer’s Premium @ 8%: £800.00
VAT on Buyer’s Premium @ 20%: £160.00
Total VAT @ 20%: £2,160.00
Assignment Fee (not VATable): £80.00
Total Amount Payable: £13,040.00
The reverse is, you have a budget of £10,000.00
Maximum Budget: £10000.00
VAT on Hammer Price @ 20%: £1532.00
Buyer’s Premium @ 8%: £612.80
VAT on Buyer’s Premium @ 20%: £122.56
Total VAT @ 20%: £1,654.56
Assignment Fee (not VATable): £80.00
Total Additional Costs £2,347.36
Maximum Hammer Price: £7,660.00
Curtesy of the calculator.
Well done DVLA
We’ll keep you posted on future auctions or why not attend yourself?
I’ve bought myself and it is great fun, be aware of the final amount to pay is different to the hammer price and we’ve published these costs below.
DVLA and BCA keep up the good work, raising money for the UK.
CVPP.CO.UK would also like to say a job well done!
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