Warning: Your Private Number Plate May Be About To Expire!
If you own a personalised registration number that is currently held on a certificate (V750 or V778) rather than assigned to a vehicle, it’s crucial to check its expiry date.
When the paper tax disc ceased to be used amongst other changes, In March 2015, the DVLA started to extend V750/V778 retention certificates for ten years.
Any registrations purchased back in 2015 (which has not since being assigned to a vehicle ) will be due to expire at some point in 2025.
The DVLA have begun sending reminder letters 5 weeks prior to expiry dates. However sone registration owners may not receive their reminders if the DVLA hold a previous address. Any vehicle registration held on an expired certificate will be permanently revoked, meaning you could lose your private number plate for good and there are no exceptions to be able to renew after the date of expiry.
What You Need to Know
- 10-Year Renewal Requirement: If your private registration is not attached to a vehicle, you must renew your entitlement every 10 years to retain rights /ownership.
- No Extensions After Expiry: Once your certificate expires, the DVLA will not accept any late renewal applications. If you miss the deadline, your registration number will be lost permanently.
- Free and Simple Renewal: Renewing your V750 (Certificate of Entitlement) or V778 (Retention Document) is free and can be done online or by post (An admin fee may be required to be paid if you purchased via a cherished number dealer)
- Renewal Reminders: DVLA usually sends reminders via letter or email if your entitlement is about to expire.
How to Renew Your V750 or V778
Online Renewal:
- You can renew your V750 using the DVLA personalised registration account from which you originally purchased the number. If you purchased you personalised number plate from CarReg then please contact us.
Renew by Post:
- Complete the renewal section on your V750 or V778 document and send it to the address provided.
What to Do If You’ve Lost Your V750 or V778
If your certificate is lost or stolen but still valid, you can request a replacement:
- Online: Apply using your DVLA personalised registration account.(V750 only)
- By Post: Send a letter to DVLA Personalised Registrations, Swansea SA99 1DS, requesting a replacement.
- By Telephone
Important: If your name or address has changed, you will need to provide supporting documents such as a utility bill, bank statement, or official ID, to prove the current address.
Act Now! to Protect Your Private Plate
If your certificate V750 or V778 is close to expiry, don’t wait—check your documents today and ensure your cherished number plate remains yours. Renewal is only possible 28 days before expiry dates.
What You Need to Do Now
We strongly advise all past customers or anyone reading this article to take immediate action to protect their registration marks:
✔ Check the expiry date on your certificate – Ensure your registration is still valid.
✔ Confirm your registered address – If you’ve moved since receiving the certificate, update your details with the DVLA or the Cherished Numbers Agent you purchased from
✔ If you cannot find your certificate – Contact the DVLA as soon as possible to request a duplicate.
For more information, visit the DVLA website or get in touch with a CarReg for assistance.
