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Road-Legal Number Plates, Made in Bedford

Order road-legal replacement, 3D Gel and 4D number plates made with premium materials and available for fast UK delivery or local collection.

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Registered Supplier

12 Month

Warranty

Road Legal

MOT Compliant

Same-Day

Dispatch / Collection

3D, 4D & Replacement Number Plates

Replacement Number Plates

Flat road-legal plates pressed to British Standard, ideal for MOT and everyday replacement.

3D Gel Number Plates

Domed resin characters with a deep gloss finish that resists fading and weathering.

4D Number Plates

Laser-cut acrylic letters bonded by hand for a sharp, sculpted profile.

Show plates

Focus during shows and private land

Shop by Vehicle / Requirement

Motorbike Plates

Compact, road-legal number plates designed to fit motorcycles and scooters.

Import Plates

Specialist-sized plates made for imported vehicles with non-standard plate spaces.

Short Plates

Compact number plates for shorter registrations and vehicles with limited mounting space.

Oversized Plates

Larger number plates designed for vehicles that require wider or specialist dimensions.

Motorbike Plates

Compact, road-legal number plates designed to fit motorcycles and scooters.

Import Plates

Specialist-sized plates made for imported vehicles with non-standard plate spaces.

Short Plates

Compact number plates for shorter registrations and vehicles with limited mounting space.

Oversized Plates

Larger number plates designed for vehicles that require wider or specialist dimensions.

Popular Combinations

Electric Number Plates

Green identifier for zero emission vehicles.

UK & Europe Number Plates

UK identifier with EU stars for travel-ready style.

4D Retro Number Plates

Raised 4D characters for a classic retro look.

American Number Plates

Authentic US style plates for a distinctive look.

Number Plates Made for Major Brands

Which Plate Size Do I Need?

520mm × 111mm

Motorbike Plates

The most common number plate size used on UK cars and vans. This standard format is designed...

commonly around 228mm × 178mm

Standard Car Plates

Compact two-line plates designed for motorcycles and scooters. Exact requirements d...

size varies by vehicle

Import Plates

Smaller or differently proportioned plates for imported vehicles with non-standard mounting s..

custom width × approx. 111mm height

Short Plates

Compact two-line plates designed for motorcycles and scooters. Exact requirements d...

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What Our Customers Say

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   Howard Crouch 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I visited the shop today, friendly service and made the numberplate while I waited - would recommend
  
 
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   Lukasz Miklas 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic service! Very friendly and professional staff. My motorcycle number plate was made quickly and the quality is excellent. Great communication, excellent customer service. Highly recommended!
  
 
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   Ross Gibson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Top place
  
 
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   Daniel Masih 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Best place in Bedford for private plates and fitting!
  
 
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   Andrew Whelbourn 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Plates made while I waited.
Even offered me a parking spot in the car park.
  
 
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   Sarkab Mahmood 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very good service got front number plates and fitting very helpful service would rexommend
  
 
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   Shanice Smith 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very informative, nice guy & lovely plates!
  
 
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   Steve Phillips 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great service - very friendly - professional and speedy. Would definitely recommend and use again!
  
 
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   Javante Nelson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent service, truly knowledgeable guys. Would 100% recommend, and I picked them up an hour after ordering!
  
 
  
  
 
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Royal Mail Tracked

Tracked 24 and 48 options. Full tracking from despatch to your door.

Same-Day Dispatch

Order before 2pm Monday to Friday and your plates will be despatched that day.

Collect in Bedford

Visit our showroom and collect in person. Usually ready within 1 to 2 hours.

Free UK Delivery

Free standard delivery on all orders over £30. Delivered within 1 to 2 working days.

Driving in Europe?

Stay legal across Europe with UK identifier plates featuring the Union Jack and GB lettering — fully compliant with EU road regulations.

Have an Electric Vehicle?

Add the official green EV identifier stripe to your front plate — the road-legal marking for zero-emission vehicles in the UK.

Order Online or Visit Our Local Showroom

See our full plate range in person. Our friendly team will help you choose the right style and can manufacture and fit your plates while you wait.

Address

2A Duke Street Bedford MK40 3HR

Opening Hours

Mon–Fri: 9am–5:30pm
Saturday: 9am–4pm

Mobile Number

+44 7399 297538

Collection

Same-day collection ready in 1–2 hours

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