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3D Gel plates have a polyurethane dome over printed characters. 4D plates have laser-cut raised acrylic characters bonded to the backing. Both are road-legal. This guide explains the difference, cost, and which to choose.
Replacement number plates in the UK cost from £6.99 for a standard plate up to £23 for a 4D Gel pair. This guide covers prices for all plate types, what affects the cost, and what to watch out for with cheap alternatives.
Fitting a number plate in the UK takes five minutes with the right method. This guide covers sticky pads vs screws, which is better, what tools you need, and how to get a secure, legal fit on front and rear plates.
Show plates in the UK are legal for display, photography, and off-road use only. Fitting them to a road-driven vehicle is illegal and carries a fine of up to £1,000. This guide explains the rules clearly.
Illegal number plates in the UK include any plate with the wrong font, incorrect spacing, a tinted cover, or supplied by an unregistered seller. Fines reach £1,000. This guide shows exactly what makes a plate illegal.
UK number plate laws in 2026 require all road-driven vehicles to display BS AU 145e certified plates from a DVLA-registered supplier. This complete guide covers font rules, colours, fines, MOT checks, and what makes a plate illegal.
BS AU 145e is the British Standard every road-legal UK number plate must meet. Plain-English breakdown of what it covers and how to verify your plates comply.
Honest comparison of 4D laser-cut and 4D Gel number plates: cost, finish, durability, who they suit and which is the better choice for daily drivers vs show cars.
Step-by-step UK guide to replacing a lost, stolen or damaged number plate. What documents you need, where to report, who to order from, how long it takes.
Yes, 4D number plates are road legal in the UK provided they meet BS AU 145e. Full DVLA rules on character height, font, spacing and how to spot non-compliant plates.
