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Short Number Plates

Take your vehicle’s style to the next level with Plate Empire’s premium short number plates. As a fully DVLA-registered number plate supplier, we bring you expertly crafted, concise short reg plates that instantly elevate your vehicle’s appearance. Their compact size enhances visibility, adds a modern aesthetic, and gives your car a bold, standout look. Visit Plate Empire today and transform your vehicle with plates designed to make a lasting impression.

Short Number Plates: UK’s Smallest Legal Number Plates

Sick and tired of bulky standard number plates hiding the sleek curves of your car? Plate Empire brings you Short Number Plates, the perfect way to showcase your registration while enhancing your vehicle’s aesthetics. Using state-of-the-art laser etching technology, we craft compact, precision-cut plates tailored exactly to the length of your registration, giving your car a cleaner, sharper, and more modern look.

Say goodbye to small, cramped, and ineffective spaces! Plate Empire’s short number plates offer a sleek, modern, and stylish upgrade for any vehicle. Unlike bulky standard number plates, these custom short reg plates enhance your car’s look with a clean, compact design. No more oversized plastic hiding your registration—our precisely crafted small number plates UK make your characters stand out, giving your car’s rear end a premium and classy finish. Designed for visibility, durability, and compliance, our DVLA-compliant short plates are the perfect blend of style and practicality.

Custom Designed Short Number Plates:

Would you like to take things further with your short reg plate? Don’t settle for standard! At Plate Empire, we offer a wide range of customisation options for short number plates so you can create a design that’s truly unique. Choose sharp V-cut sides for an aggressive, urban grunge look, or go with smooth rounded oval edges for a clean, traditional style. From bespoke shapes to premium finishes, the possibilities for your custom short number plates are endless—perfect for giving your vehicle a standout identity on the road.

Our courteous and professional staff is always ready to assist you with your short number plates needs. At Plate Empire, our skilled manufacturing team uses years of experience and precision technology to craft the ideal custom short reg plate. We are committed to delivering exceptional quality and unmatched attention to detail, ensuring you receive a premium short number plate that truly stands out on your vehicle.

Short Number Plate

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I’m amazed by the quick turnaround time from Plate Empire. Per my recommendations, I expected longer than they promised for a custom number plate. But they surprised me with their super quick delivery services. Apart from the exceptional delivery, the quality of the plate is great. Highly recommended. Rated 5 out of 5 stars!
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The quality of the number plate and the design options offered by Plate Empire were beyond my expectations. Their customer support team listened to all my queries and helped me to design a number plate that added a personal touch to my vehicle. Highly recommended if you want a personalised number plate! Rated 5 out of 5 stars!
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I have ordered my personalised number plate from Plate Empire multiple times, and they consistently deliver cutting-edge products. They allow you to choose from 4 design options and various fonts. I must say my number plate is durable, and the printing is clear and vibrant. A reliable choice for high-quality custom plates. Rated 5 out of 5 stars!
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I wanted to express my satisfaction with the recent purchase of a car plate for my black BMW. The plate is impeccably clean, featuring shining numbers that complement the aesthetic of my vehicle perfectly. I was particularly impressed with the swift delivery, enhancing my overall experience. Thank you for providing a product that not only meets but exceeds my expectations.
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Great service and great quality. Very friendly staff.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, short reg plates will be legal in the UK starting in 2023. There is no regulation regarding the total length of the plate.

  • Minimum Margin: The letters and numbers on the plate must have at least 11mm distance from the edges of the plate. This helps to have clear readability for ANPR cameras, police officers, and other drivers on the road.

Beyond that, short plates need to: 

  • It should be easily readable and have a high contrast so that the text can be easily distinguished from the background.
  • Ensure you display the correct registration number assigned to your vehicle.

The key difference between short and normal number plates in the UK lies in their width:

  • Standard plates: The most common type are 520mm x 111mm (sometimes referred to as 20-inch plates).
  • Short plates: These plates are narrower than the normal size. They are available in different widths but retain the standard height of 111mm.

Drivers in the United Kingdom also value short number plates as they add an artistic touch to vehicles.

  • Sleek & Streamlined: A short plate with a sleek design suitable for most new-generation vehicles. This can be especially useful for people who don’t like flashiness and enjoy more subtle designs.
  • Improved Readability: Contrary to expectation, tiny plates with fewer character numbers are actually easier to scan at first sight. This is especially the case with easy registrations, such as those containing letters of the alphabet and numbers.
  • Space Savers: These plates are perfect for compact cars, and it looks odd when a car has a standard-sized number plate. They can provide a better proportion on the back of the car and won’t hide any design features.
  • Personalization Potential:  Short plates create more opportunities for the imagination of characters that can be combined while staying within the law’s guidelines. This makes it possible to have the touch of a personalised feel, which may entail individuality or interests.

Always choose a professional short number plate maker to ensure your drive is convenient.

Planning to add some personalisation with a shorter number plate? Great choice! Here’s your pre-drive checklist:

  • Stay Legal: Avoid getting caught by the police for the wrong reasons! The total length is not restricted, but the 11mm minimum margin surrounding the letters and numerals is highly important.
  • Pick the Right Pit Crew: Suppliers are unequal in every aspect. Select someone who is up to date with the current laws and is assured of providing plates that conform to British standards.
  • Match Your Ride’s Style: A shortened plate can give a car a sporty look; however, one should ensure that the plate enhances the car’s appearance. A large plate on a small car may upset the balance.

With these pointers in mind, you are now prepared to take on the road with a chic and legal short plate!

Looking for Short Number Plates For Sale? The ordering process is easy. You can place your order through Plate Empire’s website or customer support. 

  • Number Plate Builder: Our online plate maker tool is convenient for customising and building your number plates virtually. Just enter your vehicle registration number to access several 4D plate designs. 
  • Customer Support: Feel free to contact our friendly staff if you need help placing an order or have any inquiries. You can check out our contact information by email or phone.

Document Require for Road Legal Number Plate

These documents are required by DVLA so we will need them before we can issue any road legal number plate.

We need to see your Name address and document reference number. and car registration number you have requested to be made.
We do not need your date of birth, picture or inside pages of v5.
Only two documents are required in total.

Documents to show entitlement to the registration number (ONE ONLY):
• Vehicle registration certificate (V5C)
• New keeper supplement (V5C/2)
• A Certificate of Entitlement (V750)
to the number
• A Retention Document (V778)
• A renewal reminder for vehicle tax or SORN (V11 or V11NI)
• A Temporary Registration Certificate (V379)
• A Number Plate Authorisation Certificate (V948) with an official stamp from the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) or Driver
and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
• An electronic Number Plate Authorisation Certificate (eV948)
• A letter of authorisation from a fleet operator (including lease or hire company) quoting the document reference number from the V5C
• Record of insurer’s name, reference and
policy numbers (for repairs approved
by an insurance company)
• If your fleet is in the new V5C on demand scheme (also called ‘V5C suppression’), a PDF of the vehicle’s details from the view vehicle record service.

Documents to confirm your name and address (ONE ONLY):
• Driving licence, with or without a photo
(doesn’t have to be issued in the UK)
• Utility bill, Council Tax or rates bill in
Northern Ireland (from the last 6 months)
• Bank or building society statement (from
the last 6 months)
• National identity card (issued by the government of a state or territory other
than the United Kingdom).