Trade licence plates
Replace lost, stolen or damaged trade plates
You can get replacement plates if yours have been lost, stolen or damaged. If your plates were stolen or lost, you must report this to the police.
You have to apply for a full replacement set - you cannot get a single plate to replace a damaged plate for vehicles (excluding motorcycles).
If your plates become unreadable and it’s not because of accidental damage - for example, they’ve faded over time - you might be able to get free replacement plates. Otherwise you need to pay a fee.
| Vehicle set and motorcycle, bicycle or tricycle set | £18.00 |
| Vehicle (excluding motorcycles) set | £13.50 |
| Motorcycles, bicycles and tricycle set | £7.00 |
How to apply
Download and complete form VTL310.
If your plates have been stolen, you’ll need the crime reference number when filling in the form.
If your plates are damaged or faded, you need to send the full set of plates (including any undamaged plates) to DVLA before they will send you replacement plates.