Plates for sale
Private number plates for sale, all in one place
Every registration on Plate Base is sold by us — whether it's from our own collection or sold on behalf of a private owner. One place to buy, one team to deal with, and a managed DVLA transfer on every sale.
- Every plate sold by Plate Base
- Checked registrations before they go live
- Every plate paired with a data-backed valuation
- Managed DVLA transfer on every sale
One seller, one simple process
Buying a private plate used to mean dealing with strangers or paying dealer margins. On Plate Base every plate is sold by us: you enquire, offer or buy through one team, and we handle the paperwork and DVLA transfer from start to finish.
How Plate Base keeps it safe
- Every registration is checked before it goes live on the site.
- Your details stay private — enquiries and offers go through Plate Base.
- All plates show a valuation range, so nobody wastes time on unrealistic prices.
- We publish clear guidance on the V750, V778 and how to transfer safely.
What sells fastest
Short names, initials, car-brand and model plates, iconic patterns and any dateless single-letter/single-digit combination. Our valuation engine flags each plate with a liquidity score so you can see which plates typically clear within days versus months.
Frequently asked questions
- Who sells the plates on Plate Base?
- Every plate is sold by Plate Base. Some registrations are owned by us outright; others are sold on behalf of private owners. Either way, you buy from Plate Base and we manage the sale and DVLA transfer.
- How do I buy or ask about a plate?
- Use the enquiry or offer form on any plate page, or start a purchase request. The Plate Base team handles every sale directly — you never deal with a third party.
- Can I sell my own plate through Plate Base?
- Yes. Value your plate, create a free account and submit it for review. Once approved, it appears alongside our own stock and we handle the sale for you.
- Can I make an offer below the asking price?
- Yes. Offers are standard in the plate market. Where offers are invited, send yours through the plate page and we'll come back to you.