Number Plate Maker: Build Your Plates Online
- Design and order number plates in minutes
- Every plate manufactured to BS AU 145e standards
- DVLA registered supplier with same day dispatch

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Please remember to enter your spaces where they need to be as they aren't automatically added.
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Most UK cars will require the standard car plate (522mm wide x 112mm high). Some are model specific which you'll see listed here.
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BSAU 145e
NP4U PE13 4LA
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(All number plates will be supplied LEGALLY SPACED as per requirement by law. This is regardless of how they're typed on the order)

Our online number plate maker puts you in control. Follow four simple steps to create your perfect registration plates and have them delivered to your door.
Type your vehicle registration into the number plate creator. Make sure you include the correct spacing as shown on your V5C logbook.
Select the correct size for your vehicle. Options include standard UK car plates, large rear plates, short plates for imports and motorbike plates.
Choose from standard printed, 3D gel, 4D laser cut, carbon, highline and more. Add optional badges, borders or slogans to personalise your plate.
Review your design, add to basket and check out securely. Orders placed before 2pm on weekdays are dispatched the same day via DPD next day delivery.
The Numberplates 4 You number plate builder gives you access to one of the widest selections of lettering styles and finishes available from any UK number plate maker. Every style listed below is available to build and order directly through our online plate creator.
Each style is priced individually, and you can see the cost update in real time as you build your plate. All road legal options are manufactured to BS AU 145e and are fully MOT compliant.
Our number plate creator goes beyond just lettering styles. You can add a range of extras to make your plates truly yours.
Add a country flag, national emblem or custom badge. Choose from printed badges or premium raised gel badges for a more refined look.
Frame your plate with a coloured border. Multiple colour options are available to complement your vehicle or add a personal touch.
Include a printed slogan along the bottom of your plate. Choose your text and colour to add a unique finishing detail to your number plates.
When you use our number plate builder, one of the first choices you will make is selecting the correct plate size for your vehicle. Getting the right size is important because it affects both the legality and the fit of the plate on your car or bike.
Here is a quick guide to the sizes available on our number plate maker:
If you are unsure which size you need, measure your existing plates or check your vehicle handbook. Our customer service team is also happy to help if you need advice.
Yes. Every road legal number plate built using the Numberplates 4 You number plate maker is manufactured to the current British Standard, BS AU 145e. This means your plates will be fully compliant for MOT testing, ANPR camera readability and roadside inspections.
As a DVLA registered number plate supplier, we are required by law to verify your identity and entitlement to the registration before we can dispatch your plates. You will need to provide one form of photo ID and one proof of entitlement (such as a V5C logbook or new keeper supplement) during the ordering process.
All plates carry our registered supplier mark (NP4U, PE13 4LA) as required by DVLA regulations. This is printed in small text on the plate and confirms the plate was made by an authorised supplier.
UK number plate regulations are set by the government and updated periodically. The key requirements for road legal plates include:
Driving with non-compliant plates can result in a fine of up to £1,000 and an MOT failure. For the latest official guidance, visit the government’s number plate rules page.
We know that when you order new number plates, you want them quickly. That is why we offer same day dispatch on all orders placed before 2pm, Monday to Friday.
Plates are shipped via DPD next day delivery as standard, so in most cases your order will arrive the following working day. Orders placed after 2pm or over the weekend will be dispatched on the next working day.
You will receive tracking information once your order has been shipped so you can follow your delivery every step of the way.
There are plenty of places to buy number plates online, but our plate builder stands apart for several reasons.
Widest range of styles: With over a dozen lettering options including 3D gel, 4D laser cut, carbon, highline and shadow gel, our number plate creator gives you more choice than almost any other UK supplier.
Real time preview: As you build your plate, you can see exactly what it will look like before you buy. No guesswork, no surprises when your plates arrive.
Transparent pricing: The price updates live as you make your selections, so you always know the total cost before checkout.
DVLA registered: Numberplates 4 You is a registered number plate supplier with the DVLA. Every plate we produce carries our supplier details and meets all legal requirements.
Fast turnaround: Same day dispatch before 2pm with DPD next day delivery means you could have your new plates within 24 hours of ordering.
Trusted by thousands: We have been making number plates online for over a decade and have built a reputation for quality, speed and reliability.
Common questions about using our online number plate builder.
Yes. Our online number plate maker lets you design and order road legal registration plates from your computer, phone or tablet. Simply enter your registration, choose your plate style and extras, then place your order through our secure checkout. Your plates will be manufactured and dispatched to your address.
As a DVLA registered supplier, we are legally required to verify your identity and entitlement to the registration number. You will need to provide one form of photo ID (such as a driving licence or passport) and one proof of entitlement to the registration (such as a V5C logbook, new keeper supplement, or DVLA retention certificate). Documents can be uploaded during the order process.
Prices start from as little as £14.99 for a standard printed plate. The cost varies depending on the lettering style, material and any extras you choose such as badges, borders or slogans. The price updates in real time on the plate builder so you can see the total before you order.
All orders placed before 2pm on weekdays are dispatched the same day via DPD next day delivery. This means you could receive your plates as quickly as the following working day. Orders placed after 2pm or at weekends are dispatched on the next working day. Tracking is provided with every order.
Yes. Our plate builder includes the standard UK motorcycle plate size (228mm x 178mm). You can choose from the same range of lettering styles available for car plates. Motorbike plates are manufactured to the same BS AU 145e standard and are fully road legal.
3D gel plates have characters made from polyurethane resin that are raised above the plate surface, giving a smooth, glossy finish. 4D laser cut plates use precision cut acrylic characters that have sharper, more defined edges. Both options are road legal. The choice between them is largely a matter of personal preference and the look you want for your vehicle.
Our plate builder does allow spacing adjustments, but please be aware that incorrectly spaced number plates are not legal for road use. Driving with illegally spaced plates can lead to a fine of up to £1,000 and an MOT failure. All plates ordered through our number plate maker are supplied with legally correct spacing as standard, regardless of how the registration is typed into the builder.
Yes. Every road legal plate produced through our number plate maker is manufactured to BS AU 145e, the current British Standard for vehicle registration plates. Our plates are fully MOT compliant and approved for road use. Our DVLA supplier details are printed on every legal plate as required by law.
Numberplates 4 You has been helping drivers across the UK make number plates online for over ten years. Our number plate builder has been refined and improved over that time to become one of the most comprehensive plate creators available anywhere online.
Whether you are replacing a damaged plate, upgrading to a premium 3D or 4D style, or fitting plates to a newly purchased vehicle, our number plate maker gives you everything you need in one place. Choose from over a dozen lettering styles, multiple plate sizes, and a range of optional extras including badges, borders and slogans.
Every road legal plate is manufactured in house to BS AU 145e using high quality materials and the latest production equipment. We are a DVLA registered number plate supplier, and our commitment to quality, speed and customer service is what keeps thousands of customers coming back to Numberplates4you year after year.
Start building your plates today using the number plate creator at the top of this page, or learn more about us and why we are one of the UK’s most trusted number plate makers.