Reg Plate alterations.

[InEssex]

I apologise if this is a topic that has been posted before. Can anyone tell me if it is illegal to alter the font of your registration plate in anyway? I understand that if it was illegible that would cause problems, but what about if it was changed but still clearly understandable?

Also, whilst we are on the subject, is it ok to alter the layout? ie:
from EX 02 HJF to
EX02HJ F

would this be ok. The above is not my number plate just a made up one for this example.

Thanks

Steve

[SpudGunner]

As far as I know it is illegal to do what you propose.

HOWEVER the police seem far more interested in catching people speeding than worrying about number plates so you prob would get away with it. unless they are really bored....

[InEssex]

Thats a bit worrying as i seem to find every really bored policeman there is. R U sure about just altering the placement/positioning of the letters/numbers?

[Teppic]

Any alteration to the spacing, regardless of whether the numberplate is still legible or not, is illegal.

My understanding is that the newer numberplates (those that started with the numbers set at 51 onwards) must also be of a standard typeface.

Incidentally, the characters on the numberplate must be split up in to two blocks. The first four characters in the example you provide are treated as one block, with the three random letters treated as a second block.

So your example of EX 02 HJF should actually be EX02 HJF

>> Edited by Teppic on Thursday 29th May 01:54

[miniman]

You will probably struggle to find anyone who will actually alter the new style (i.e. XX 88 XXX) plates because they now have to have the supplier's postcode stamped onto the bottom of the plate so that the source of the "dodgy" plate can be changed.

That said, I would imagine there are a few small motor spares shops who wouldn't care too much...

[deltaf]

All plates have to conform to the regulations on size of font,type, space and height.
And not forgetting the overall plate size.
Any alterations from that makes it illegal.

[madcop]

If you fcuk about with the spacings/shapes of characters on the plate or put screws where they alter the character or shape of the letters/numbers, you are likley to get a VDRN. These are a complete pain in the arse and require you to have the defect rectified and certified by taking it to an MOT testing station and getting the form embossed before sending it back.
MOT tester charge for this service. You only have 28 days to prove the defect is rectified.

VDRS notices can be issued in conjunction with FPT as well.

[pdV6]

www.dvla.gov.uk/vehicles/regmarks/reg_marks_current_requirements.htm