Stolen cars pose a risk for all motorists- not just owners of personalised registrations; but if a vehicle is stolen and it has private plates- it can be difficult to put things right.

You can recover your number plate- after 12 months

If your vehicle is stolen and it currently has personalised numberplates then you can recover the number plate- but only after 12 months.

It's worth informing your insurance company, the police and the DVLA at the point of theft that you wish to keep and pursue ownership of the vehicle's number plates.

Speak to the DVLA for comprehensive advice.

The cherished transfers department of DVLA Swansea are best poised to answer your questions should your car be stolen.

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