The Ultimate Guide to Replacement Number Plates in the UK: Everything You Need to Know (2025)
Replacement number plates are essential when your existing plates are damaged, faded, or stolen,
Road Legal Replacement Number Plates UK – Standard, 3D, 4D & 4D Gel
Premium Acrylic Construction | ANPR Tested | MOT Compliant | Same Day Dispatch . Standard, 3D, 4D & 4D Gel Plates Using Charles Wright Font. Trusted by 50,000+ UK Drivers.
- DVLA-Registered Supplier
- Premium Quality Materials, Weather-Proof Design
- 50000+ Successful order delivered
- Car-Wash Safe, UV-Fade Protection
- Same Day Dispatch (Order by 2:30pm)
- BS AU 145e Certified Manufacturing
Standard Plates
Budget-friendly flat-printed plates manufactured to British Standard BS AU 145e with full DVLA compliance and MOT certification. Charles Wright font specification ensures ANPR camera readability while retro-reflective backing provides legal nighttime visibility. The economical choice for commercial fleets, rental vehicles, or cost-conscious drivers requiring compliant replacement plates without premium finishing.
3D Plates
Premium polyurethane gel resin technology creates 2mm domed characters with high-gloss reflective finish and exceptional UV protection. Temperature-controlled curing delivers 10+ year durability while maintaining BS AU 145e compliance and ANPR recognition standards. Perfect for executive vehicles and prestige car owners demanding superior aesthetics with guaranteed road-legal MOT certification and police approval.
4D Plates
Industrial laser-cut acrylic construction produces 3mm raised characters with crisp angular edges and dramatic shadow-casting visual impact. VHB automotive-grade adhesive withstands 10+ years of motorway stone chips, road salt corrosion, and extreme weather exposure. Infrared ANPR-verified for guaranteed MOT compliance, congestion charge recognition, and automatic camera system readability across all UK enforcement zones.
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Additional information
| Plate Types | Legal Plates, Show Plates |
|---|---|
| Plate Type | Legal Plates : Show Plates : |
| Choose Iteam | Front, Rear, Pair ( Front & Rear ) |
| Electric Vehicle ? | Yes, No |
| Plate Style | Standard ( Printed ), 3D Gel, 4D 3mm, 4D Gel ( 4D 3mm + 3D Gel ) |
| Plate Border | No, Yes |
| Fixing Option | 4 × Free Sticky Pad Per Plate, 8 × Extra Sticky Pad, Screw Kit ( Plus Free Sticky Pad ) |
DVLA-Compliant Custom Plates & Accessories – From Budget to Premium
Every plate manufactured in our UK facility with BS AU 145e certification and Charles Wright font compliance. Choose from standard flat printing, 3D gel resin, 4D laser-cut acrylic, or hybrid 4D gel construction.
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Why Smart Drivers Choose 3D4Dcarplates Over Generic Suppliers
Every number plate we manufacture meets British Standard BS AU 145e with Charles Wright typeface and retro-reflective backing verified by DVLA inspectors. As a DVLA Registered Number Plate Supplier, we’re legally authorized to verify vehicle entitlement under government oversight. Order online with same-day dispatch and digital V5C verification no store visits required.
Our plates deliver measurable compliance standards including ANPR-tested infrared reflectivity at 850nm wavelength for automatic number plate recognition, character spacing at 33mm width × 11mm height per DVLA specifications, and laser-cut precision to 0.5mm tolerance. The UV-resistant acrylic coating withstands 10+ years of sun exposure, while VHB automotive-grade adhesive ensures permanent bonding.
Every plate undergoes quality control inspection checking character spacing compliance, solid black Charles Wright font, and retroreflective backing performance. If your plates fail MOT due to manufacturing defects, we’ll replace them free and refund your retest fee. This guarantee is backed by our BS AU 145e certified manufacturing process something generic suppliers cannot offer.
What Our Customers Say
Over 50000+ verified UK drivers trust 3D4Dcarplates for BS AU 145e compliant replacement plates. Here’s why our ANPR-tested manufacturing, same-day dispatch service, and MOT compliance guarantees exceed competitor offerings:
Brilliant plates, easy to design and they arrived quicker than expected. Spot on service.
Top quality finish and fully road legal. I won’t use anyone else now.
Simple builder, fair price, and the plates look fantastic on my car.
Very professional, same-day dispatch and great communication throughout.”
Exactly as ordered, sturdy plates and a hassle-free experience from start to finish.
Perfect fit for my EV, clear lettering and they even included the fixings I needed.
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About Us
DVLA-Registered Specialist in Standard, 3D, 4D, 4D Gel Certified Number Plates
As a DVLA-Registered Number Plate Supplier, we’re legally authorized to manufacture and supply BS AU 145e compliant plates for all UK vehicles under strict government oversight and regular compliance audits. Our facility uses precision laser-cutting equipment for 4D acrylic characters, temperature-controlled gel curing ovens for 3D resin application, and professional printing systems for standard flat plates, ensuring consistent quality across thousands of orders.
Every plate undergoes rigorous 3-point quality control before dispatch: character spacing verification to ±0.5mm tolerance using digital measuring systems, Charles Wright font comparison against DVLA official templates, and ANPR infrared reflectivity testing at 850nm wavelength matching police scanner specifications. Our manufacturing process ensures consistent specifications meeting BS AU 145e dimensional standards: professional-grade printed characters for standard plates, 2mm for 3D gel resin doming, 3mm for 4D laser-cut acrylic, and 3mm base with gel coating for 4D hybrid construction.
We provide complete technical transparency with VHB adhesive specifications using 3M automotive-grade bonding tape, UV-resistant polyurethane gel formulations tested to ISO standards for raised character plates, and retroreflective backing performance data verified by independent UKAS-accredited laboratories across all plate types. Each production run is batch-tested for durability, adhesion strength, and photometric performance before customer dispatch.
Upgrade your vehicle’s look with confidence
Premium Quality, Built to Last
At Car Plates Pro, we manufacture BS AU 145e certified number plates in Standard, 3D Gel, 4D Laser-Cut, and 4D Gel finishes. Each plate uses Charles Wright font, precise 11mm character spacing, and 3mm acrylic construction to meet DVLA regulations while delivering the premium look you want
- British Standard BS AU 145e Certified – Every plate manufactured to mandatory UK compliance standards with Charles Wright font specification, 11mm character height, and 33mm width per DVLA regulations
- ANPR Camera Recognition Guarantee – Infrared tested at 850nm wavelength ensuring police scanners, congestion charge cameras, parking enforcement systems, and toll booth readers recognize accurately 24/7
- harles Wright Font Compliance – Official DVLA-approved typeface with correct character spacing, stroke width, and proportions verified by digital template matching for guaranteed legal road use
- Retro-Reflective Backing Performance – White front and yellow rear backgrounds meet BS AU 145e photometric standards for nighttime visibility, ensuring emergency services and ANPR systems read in low-light conditions
- 50,000+ Drivers Trust Our Plates Join thousands who've upgraded with guaranteed MOT-compliant plates that last 5+ years.
- Same Day Manufacturing & Dispatch – Orders before 2:30pm manufactured in our UK facility and dispatched same business day with Royal Mail tracked delivery for 2-3 day arrival
- MOT Compliance Guarantee – If plates fail MOT testing due to manufacturing defects, we'll replace free of charge and refund your MOT retest fee – no quibbles, no questions asked
- Free Professional Fitting Kit – Every order includes industrial-strength sticky pads rated for automotive use, stainless steel screws, and DVLA-compliant black snap caps for immediate installation
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