The owner of the number plate will need to bring to The Number Plate Shop a proof of address ID, usually a driver's license or passport will suffice, and proof of eligibility of the registration number such as a Logbook (V5C), Authorisation Certificate (V948/eV948) or Cherished Transfer certificate (V778/eV778)

We'll need to see original documents that: Prove your name and address Show you're allowed to use the registration number Identity documents You can use the following to confirm your name and address: Driving licence Utility, Council Tax or rates bill from the last 6 months Bank or building society statement from the last 6 months National identity card The following will confirm your name only: Passport (doesn't have to be issued in the UK) Bank or building society debit or credit card Police warrant card Armed forces identity card Proving you can use the registration number The DVLA stipulates that you must provide one of the following to show you're allowed to display the registration number: Vehicle registration certificate (V5C or V5CNI) New keeper supplement (V5C/2 or V5C/2NI) Certificate of entitlement (V750 or V750NI) to the number Retention document (V778) (not applicable in Northern Ireland) A renewal reminder for a tax disc or SORN (V11 or V11NI) Temporary registration certificate (V379 or V379NI) A number plate authorisation certificate (V948) with an official stamp from the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA), Driver and Vehicle Agency (DVA) or Vehicle and Operator Services Agency (VOSA) A letter of authorisation from a fleet operator (including lease or hire company) quoting the document reference number from the registration certificate For further information, please see the DVLA website: https://www.gov.uk/displaying-number-plates/getting-number-plates-made-up