Transfers of personalised number plates are processed by the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA). There are fees for these services as the DVLA must update their database and issue replacement V5C Registration Documents.
Personalised number plate removal in the UK is pretty straightforward. There are a few basic rules. But if the vehicle qualifies it's really simple.
Whatever your vehicle, it must be of a type that needs an MoT or HGV test certificate.
Under the current rules the car should have:
Download DVLA form V317. Use this to put your private number plate on retention or transfer it direct from one vehicle to another. DVLA fees apply.
DVLA forms for number plate transfer and retention. See this guide for explanation of all the forms you are likely to need.
DVLA V62 form to apply for a V5C Registration Document log book if you have a new vehicle or the original V5C is lost.
Tax your car. Download DVLA V10 Vehicle tax application form. Use this form to apply for car tax.
