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DVLA bans licence plates and will issue fines for those breaking rules - 22/09/26

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The agency has blacklisted 523 potentially offensive combinations after the launch of the new '76' series, which came into use on September 1. Every six months, the DVLA reviews thousands of number plate combinations and removes any that could be seen as offensive, controversial or in poor taste. The latest crackdown has seen registrations linked to war, religion, race, violence and sexual references scrapped before they could be issued. Among the banned plates are combinations including AA76 RYN, GO76 WAR, NA76 ZZE and NU76 SAC. The DVLA said it removes registrations that could "cause offence, embarrassment or are in poor taste". The '76' series poses particular challenges because numbers can resemble letters, allowing some combinations to spell out recognisable words or phrases. 

Drivers are also being warned not to alter number plates to create words or names.

Anyone caught displaying an illegal registration plate can face a fine of up to £1,000, while their vehicle could also fail its MOT.

The DVLA introduces new registration identifiers twice a year, with '76' plates remaining on new vehicles until February 28, 2027.

Ben Raffell of BigWantsYourCar.com said "Ahead of every new registration release, the DVLA carefully reviews thousands of possible combinations to identify anything that could reasonably be considered offensive, inappropriate or likely to cause offence. "While the withheld plates often generate plenty of interest because of the words or phrases they appear to spell, they represent only a tiny fraction of the millions of possible combinations available.

"For anyone buying a new '76' plate car this September, the registration itself shouldn't influence your purchasing decision.

"Factors such as the vehicle's condition, mileage, service history and specification will always have a much greater impact on its future resale value."

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