Road Legal Plates

Yes, 4D number plates are road legal in the UK, provided they comply with DVLA regulations and meet all British Standard (BS AU 145e) requirements. This means the characters must be of a single shade of black, the correct character stroke width, and the right height and spacing.

Our 4D number plates are created using premium acrylic and high-quality materials to ensure every plate meets the legal requirements for road use. The raised letters add a bold, modern look while remaining fully compliant with UK laws. Whether for a car, bike plate, or custom motorcycle plate, Chase Lane Plates ensures your custom plates look exceptional and stay within the law.

BS AU 145e is the British Standard that governs all road legal number plates in the UK. It sets out specific requirements for reflectivity, durability, character spacing, and font style, ensuring that every registration plate can be clearly read in all lighting conditions.

Every legal number plate made by a registered number plate supplier like Chase Lane Plates is tested to confirm it meets this standard. It also ensures the plate can withstand UV exposure, heat, and impact - all essential for road use.

You can identify a compliant plate by checking for the company name, BS AU 145e mark, and the supplier’s postcode printed along the bottom edge. These are mandatory under DVLA regulations, confirming that your plate meets all UK laws for road legal plates.

For a number plate to be road legal, it must follow strict DVLA regulations. This includes using the correct font, size, and spacing of characters, a single shade of black for lettering, and approved reflective backgrounds - white at the front and yellow at the rear plate.

The plate must also display the supplier’s name, postcode, and the BS AU 145e certification mark to prove it has been made by an approved plate maker. These legal requirements ensure the plate can be clearly read by cameras and authorities across the UK.

At Chase Lane Plates, every legal number plate is produced using high-quality materials and precision manufacturing. Whether you need replacement plates, bespoke number plates, or custom motorcycle plates, you can create your own using our online number plate builder and rest assured that they are fully road legal and DVLA compliant.

Black and silver number plates are road legal only for vehicles registered before 1 January 1980 and officially listed under the Historic Vehicle Tax Class. These plates, with black backgrounds and silver or white characters, evoke the classic style of early motoring and remain popular with classic car enthusiasts.

For modern vehicles, electric vehicles, or motorcycles registered after this date, black and silver plates are not road legal. Instead, drivers must use plates with black characters on a white front and yellow rear background that meet DVLA and British Standard requirements.

Chase Lane Plates also offers show plates for those who want the vintage look for display purposes only. These make excellent décor pieces for garages, homes, or office spaces, but they are not permitted for road use under UK regulations.

Purchasing road legal number plates in the UK is straightforward, but there are specific steps to follow. To ensure your new plates are fully compliant, you must buy them from a registered number plate supplier such as Chase Lane Plates.

When ordering, you’ll need to provide valid documents that prove your identity and entitlement to the registration number. Once verified, you can use our number plate builder to create your preferred plate style - whether standard size, smallest legal number plate, or motorcycle plate.

We offer an extensive range of plate types, including 3D gel, 4D, premium acrylic, and custom plates suitable for cars, motorbikes, and motor tricycles. All are made with high quality materials, competitively priced, and fully road legal under UK laws.

If you need replacement number plates or are looking to purchase new plates for a recently acquired vehicle, Chase Lane Plates guarantees that every plate is made to DVLA and British Standard specifications. You’ll receive road legal plates that are durable, stylish, and ready for display the moment they arrive.