Keeping hold of your personalised number plates

Scraping your car can be a stressful process. One of the critical things you should consider during the selling process is how to keep your personalised number plate. Personalised plates are a great way to express your personality and style. They are also a significant investment and can add value to your car.

However, keeping your personalised number plate when scrapping your vehicle isn’t a straightforward affair. Here’s what you need to do before doing so:

Step 1: Know the Rules

Before scrapping a car in the UK, it is crucial to understand the rules and regulations around personalised number plates. Generally, the rules state that you may only keep personalised number plates if you are the registered keeper of the vehicle. This means that if you are not the registered keeper, then you cannot keep the plates.

Step 2: Contact DVLA

Once you have determined that you are the vehicle's registered keeper, the next step is to reach out to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA). You will need to hand over the DVLA with proof of ownership, such as a V5C registration certificate, and fill out a V317 form. This form will allow you to transfer the plates to another vehicle or to retain your plates for future use.

Step 3: Fill out the V317 Form

The next step is to fill out the V317 form. This form will allow you to transfer the plates to another vehicle, or to retain the plates for future use. You will need to prepare the following information on the form:

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  The name and full address of the registered keeper
• The registration number of the vehicle
• The make and model of the vehicle
• The date of scrapping

Step 4: Pay the Retention Fee

Once you have filled out the V317 form, the next step is to pay the retention fee. This fee is currently £80, and it must be paid before the DVLA can process your request. You can pay the fee online, by post or by telephone.

Step 5: Wait for Confirmation

The DVLA will contact you by post when the process is complete, and you will be provided with a retention document.

Step 6: Transfer the Plates

Once you have received the documents from the DVLA, you will need to transfer the plate to a new car or to a retention document. This can be done by completing a V317 form and sending it to the DVLA along with the appropriate fee.

Step 7: Wait for the DVLA to Process the Transfer

Once the DVLA has received and processed the V317 form, you will receive a new V778 retention document which will confirm the transfer of your plate.

Step 8: Fit the Plate to the New Car

Once the DVLA has issued the V778 retention document, you will be able to fit the plate into the new car.

Step 9: Inform Your Insurance Company

Inform your insurance company of the change. This is necessary as it will ensure that your policy is up to date and that your vehicle is correctly insured.

Benefits of Keeping Your Personalised Number Plates before Scrapping a Car 

We will discuss three benefits of keeping your personalised number plates before the car sells.

1. Increased Resale Value

One of the significant benefits of keeping your personalised number plates is that it can help increase your car's resale value. Personalised number plates give your vehicle a unique identity and make it more attractive to potential buyers. This can result in a higher price tag when you come to sell your car.

2. Easier to Find

Having a personalised number plate also makes it perfect for potential buyers to find your car. In today’s digital age, buyers often search for vehicles online, and a personalised number plate can make your vehicle stand out. This means buyers are more likely to find and inquire about your car.

3. Long-Term Investment

Another significant benefit of keeping your personalised number plate is that it can be a long-term investment. Personalised number plates can increase in value over time, meaning that you can make a profit when you come to sell your car. This makes it an excellent option for anyone looking to make extra money selling or scraping their vehicle.

Conclusion

Keeping your personalised number plates before you sell your car can be incredibly beneficial. Not only can you transfer them to your next car, but you can also use them as a form of personalisation and make a profit from them. All in all, it’s worth considering keeping your personalised plates before a car sells.

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