If a mechanic or MOT tester has mentioned “delamination” on your number plate, it’s worth understanding exactly what that means — because it’s a term the DVSA’s own inspection manual

Unlike a crack, a faded or peeling plate creeps up gradually — which is exactly why it’s easy to miss until an MOT tester, a camera, or a police officer

Getting an unexpected toll charge, congestion charge penalty, or “unable to verify” notice because a camera couldn’t read your plate is more common than most drivers realise — and it’s

If you’ve spotted a crack in your number plate with an MOT coming up, the short answer is: yes, in most cases, it will fail you. Number plates are one

Number plates are checked at every MOT. Testers look for cracks, fading, wrong font, incorrect spacing, and loose fixings. This guide covers exactly what fails, what passes, and how to make sure your plates are MOT-ready.