Trailer Number Plates
Are you looking for custom trailer or caravan registration plates designed to turn heads? At JDM Plates, we offer a wide range of quality trailer, caravan, and car number plates that are completely customisable to suit you. In today’s world, the way you present your vehicle is key, and we can guarantee that your new replacement number plates are sleek and stylish for maximum impact.
As a registered number plate supplier, we have a variety of registration plate options to choose from – so choose our team and kickstart the process to getting your very own custom trailer plate. Reach out to our expert team now for more information and make your trailer the talk of the town (or highway!).
What Are Premium Trailer Number Plates?
Defining Premium in a Plate
In the UK, premium trailer number plates are often synonymous with private or personalised registrations. These are not your run-of-the-mill registrations; they’re chosen for their rarity, personal significance, or aesthetic appeal.
Standard vs. Premium: A World of Difference
Unlike standard plates, premium trailer number plates can be customised to your liking within the DVLA’s regulations. For trailer owners looking for replacement registration plates, they add an element of prestige and can reflect personal branding or creative expression.
We have produced an article on how we manufacture our premium printed number plates and this is how we produce all of our number plates.
The Legal Framework for Trailer Number Plates in the UK
Navigating DVLA Regulations
Every car and motorcycle enthusiast knows the importance of keeping your ride legal. For trailers, the same rules apply when it comes to number plates. You need to ensure your trailer number plate meets the DVLA’s strict size, font, and colour (typically yellow for a rear number plate) regulations to avoid any run-ins with the law.
It can be a bit overwhelming understanding legislation which is why we have done the hard work for you! JDM Plates can produce road legal number plates in a range of different styles and sizes to suit your trailer needs whether this is 4D number plates or even our popular hex number plate alternative!
Compliance is Key
Remember, while personalising, the trailer number plate must remain legible and not be altered in a way that makes it difficult to read. Any modifications that don’t comply with the law can result in hefty fines which is why when designing your premium trailer number plate, it may be beneficial to use our interactive number plate generator page.
Not only will this give all the legal number plate sizes, but show an example of how it will physically look too!
Documents Required to Change Your Trailer Number Plate
When looking to change your trailer’s number plate, it’s essential to have the correct documents ready to ensure a smooth process with the DVLA. The key documents required include:
Vehicle Registration Certificate (V5C): You must provide the V5C document for the towing vehicle. This shows the vehicle’s registration number and confirms your legal ownership. You can also use your Temporary Registration Certificate – document reference number V379 or V379NI.
Proof of Identity: Valid forms of identification, such as a passport or driving licence, are typically required to confirm the owner’s identity.
Proof of Address: A recent utility bill, bank statement, or council tax bill (issued within the last three months) may be required to verify your address.
MOT Certificate (if applicable): If your towing vehicle requires an MOT, you’ll need to ensure it is valid and up to date.
Certificate of Entitlement (for personalised plates): If you are changing to a personalised trailer or caravan number plate, you will need to provide this certificate issued by the DVLA.
Cherished Transfer Retention Certificate (V778): This certificate proves ownership of the cherished plate and allows you to assign it at a later date. It also allows you to nominate someone else to assign the plate to their vehicle.
Ensuring you have these documents ready will make the process of changing your trailer’s number plate simple and hassle-free.
Purchasing Your Premium Trailer Number Plate
Designing trailer number plates from JDM Plates is as easy as 1, 2, 3… err and 4!
- Via our number plate generator, enter your registration number (including the space)
- Select the size of the number plate you want. Typically, standard size trailer number plates are 520×111 although we do have square number plates available too.
- Select our premium acrylic material.
- Choose your desired text style, whether you prefer a sleek 3D gel or a premium 4D acrylic number plate – the choice is yours!
Done. It is as simple as that. Once your design has been made, they are available to purchase via our checkout pages.
Securing Your Personal Signature
Alternatively, if its a private registration that is desired, then the journey to finding the perfect trailer number plate can lead you to various places: from DVLA auctions to specialised dealers who can offer you a plate that’s not just a registration, but a statement. This is why JDM Plates also offer private number plates.
We can manage the whole process for you – if you want us to – at a reasonable cost. Personalised registrations can even be an investment or purely subliminal advertisement!
Before and After: A Transformation Story
I once met a chap at a rally who had turned his ordinary-looking trailer into a showpiece with a host of modifications. However, some premium number plate that reflected the name of his vintage car restoration business made a massive difference! It was not just a trailer, but a moving advertisement that turned heads and sparked conversations.
The Personal Touch
Your trailer, whether it’s for a classic car, a pair of jet skis, or a food truck, can bear a trailer number plate that’s as unique as your fingerprint; once a personalised registration is purchased and transferred to a vehicle, that will be the only one on the road!
Many motorists who have private number plates therefore decide to purchase a premium number plate for their trailers to compliment not only their trailer, but there registration too!
Caravan Number Plates
Caravans could also fall into the category of trailer as they are essentially trailing vehicle which is pulling it! Lots of people are passionate about there caravan and would therefore want the best accessories for it too! With over 25,000 caravans within the UK as of January 2023, why not rock up to the caravan camping site in style with some new premium caravan number plates and stand out from the crowd!
Installation Tips and Best Practices of Trailer Number Plates
Getting It Right the First Time
Installing your new trailer number plate with care will ensure it looks great and stays secure. At JDM Plates, we always say, measure twice, drill once!
It is always best to drill number plates with a masonry drill bit due to the head of the masonry bit being blunt which therefore reduces the likelihood of cracking the number plate.
It is also preferred to drill it from the rear through to the front to eliminate the reflective vinyl from being pushed away from the acrylic plate therefore causing no air bubbles!
Keep It Shiny and Secure
Regular cleaning and the use of anti-theft screws can go a long way in maintaining the appearance and security of your premium trailer number plate. Our 6mm thick number plate pads are also a popular choice and help make fitting easy. With a very high adhesive liner it is hard to go wrong!
Conclusion
Transforming your trailer with a premium trailer number plate is more than just an upgrade – it’s an expression of your personality and an enhancement of your road presence. It’s about making a statement that is both legally compliant and stylistically unmatched.
Are you ready to elevate your trailer’s status with a premium trailer number plate? Visit our number plate shop to find the perfect match for your road companion, and join the exclusive club of trailer owners who drive with pride. Share your story, inspire others, and be part of the community that celebrates every aspect of the trailer experience.
Whether you’re a food truck owner who wants to stand out in the festival crowd or a vintage car enthusiast showcasing your beauties in a trailer, premium trailer number plates are your ticket to recognition and respect on the roads of the UK. So, why settle for ordinary when you can make your trailer extraordinary?
