How to get private plate off crashed car?

[Swoxy]

I have a private plate on a relative's car which has just been crashed and is likely to be written off. Is it better to apply to retain the plate now, or wait until the insurance company take the car? I presume they'll take the V5C, that's why I'm asking. Thanks.

[sprinter11]

Apply now before the insurance company take it

Very slim chance of getting it once they have the v5

[Haighermeister]

Tell them you want it, get it on retention. You'll need a letter saying they don't want it...

[Ozzie Osmond]

Swoxy said:

I have a private plate on a relative's car....

Impossible.

From DVLA's point of view the plate "belongs" to the registered keeper of the car.

You need to get the registered keeper to put the plate on retention with you named as "nominee".

[Stu - B]

Happened to me last year. Insurer superb. Sorted all out ASAP and even paid for transfer. Was fully comp if it matters.