The Plate Journal
Market insight, DVLA how-tos and buying advice from a London private plate concierge. No fluff, no clickbait - written for people actually buying or selling.
Are Private Number Plates a Good Investment in 2026?
Market size, appreciation data, comparable sales, risks, and what actually drives a plate's value over a decade. Honest analysis - including where the returns aren't.
How-toDVLA Plate Transfers Explained: Every Fee, Form and Timeline
V5C, V750, V778, the £80 assignment fee, online vs. postal, retention, and the three mistakes that delay transfers. Step-by-step with screenshots.
GuideHow to Read a Private Plate: Number-to-Letter Conversions
3=E, 5=S, 0=O, 1=I/L - the full substitution table, interactive converter widget, what's legal, and the plates that read cleanest.
GiftPrivate Plates as Gifts: The Complete UK Buyer's Guide
Budget ranges, how to keep it secret, presentation ideas, when it's too late to buy, and why personalisation beats the jewellery box.
BusinessBusiness Number Plates: Branding, Tax and Fleet Strategy
When a branded plate earns its keep, the tax treatment you can and can't claim, fleet examples, and the ROI model we use with client-facing brands.