Overview

• The '75' age identifier will appear on vehicles registered from September 1, 2025 through February 2026 across England, Scotland and Wales.
• DVLA rules require reflective plates, black characters on white (front) and yellow (rear), no background pattern, supplier identification and the BS AU 145e mark for plates fitted after September 1, 2021.
• Non‑compliance such as altered spacing, incorrect font or missing British Standard markings can render a plate illegal, while 3D characters, approved flags and a green flash for zero‑emission cars are permitted.
• Valuation specialists report that hundreds of potentially offensive or politically sensitive '75' combinations have been screened out, with examples including BA75 ARD, OR75 GY, SH75 TTY and EU75 WAR.
• Motorpoint’s Tim Rodie advises owners considering a sale to complete it before the September change, warning that the influx of new cars can depress used‑vehicle values.