DVLA bans 402 number plates for 2026
The DVLA has banned over 400 potentially offensive number plate combinations for 2026. See the full list of prohibited registrations and the reasons behind the crackdown.
The DVLA has banned over 400 potentially offensive number plate combinations for 2026. See the full list of prohibited registrations and the reasons behind the crackdown.
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The DVLA has banned a list of new 2026 registration plates deemed offensive. Motorists face fines of up to £1,000 for displaying illegal plates. Discover the full list of prohibited combinations and the rules you must follow.
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