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Official UK Number Plate Fitting & Installation Guide

How to Fit Your Number Plates

Professional step-by-step guides for 3M ultra-bond sticky pads, anti-theft security screws, German snap surrounds, and show magnet kits.

Method 1: Screwless Stick-On Installationâ€ĸ 100% MOT Compliant

Fitting with 3M Ultra-Bond High-Tack Adhesive Pads

The cleanest method for modern 3D Gel and 4D Gel plates. No drilling required, completely weather-proof, resistant to jet washes up to 140 bar.

01

Remove Old Plates & Residue

Unscrew or gently pry off your existing plates using dental floss or a plastic pry tool. Use isopropyl alcohol or sticky-stuff remover to eliminate all old glue and road grime.

💡 Pro Tip: Bumper surface MUST be 100% grease-free and bone dry.
02

Surface Temperature Check

Ensure the vehicle bumper and ambient temperature is at least 15°C (60°F). If fitting in winter, gently warm the bumper and plate back with a domestic hairdryer.

💡 Pro Tip: Cold bumper plastic prevents adhesive acrylic curing.
03

Apply 3M Pads Vertically

Place 5 to 6 heavy-duty 3M foam pads vertically across the rear of each plate (spacing ~8cm apart). Vertical placement allows rainwater and wash water to drain freely.

💡 Pro Tip: Never apply horizontal lines as water can pool behind.
04

Align & Apply Heavy Pressure

Align plate centrally with bumper contours. Press firmly across all sections with the palm of your hand for at least 60 seconds. Full cure bond takes 24 hours.

💡 Pro Tip: Avoid high-pressure car washes for the first 24 hours.

DVLA Spacing & Legal Alignment Rules

When fitting new number plates in the United Kingdom, they must comply with British Standard BS AU 145e to pass MOT inspections and ANPR camera checks.

Character Height & Width79mm Height × 50mm WidthStandard Charles Wright font
Space Between Characters11mm DistanceBetween letters in same group
Space Between Groups33mm GapE.g. YOUR [33mm] REG
Outer Margin Border11mm Minimum MarginFrom character edge to plate border
Precision Hardware

Shop Fitting Kits & Accessories

Universal Plate Fixing Kit (Sticky Pads + Screws & Caps)

ÂŖ3.99

Complete DIY fixing kit: 6x sticky pads, 6x self-tapping screws, and matching yellow, white & black snap caps. Shop the Basic Fixing Kit from Enhanced Plates. Everything to fit a pair of number plates: strong sticky pads, screws and matching caps. How to get the most from it, and how to look after it Clean and dry the plate area first, then press the sticky pads on firmly so they bond well. Use the screws and matching caps where your plate has fixing holes, for a neat and tidy finish. It suits anyone fitting a new pair of plates at home, and it makes a handy spare to keep in the garage. Check the photos and the product name above to make sure it suits your vehicle before you order. Add it to your basket alongside your number plates and check out in one order. Delivery options and costs are shown at checkout, and our returns page explains how to send back an unused item.

Universal Plate Fixing Kit (Sticky Pads + Screws & Caps) — product photo

Anti-Theft Tamperproof Screws & Caps

ÂŖ6.99

Stainless steel one-way security screws with matching yellow and white snap caps. Shop the Anti Theft Screws from Enhanced Plates. Security screws and caps that stop thieves lifting your number plates for cloned-plate crime. How to get the most from it, and how to look after it Tamperproof screws are harder to undo with an ordinary screwdriver, so a thief cannot simply lift your plates. Fit them in place of the standard screws, then fit the caps over the heads for a tidy look. They are a sensible choice for anyone who parks on the street or worries about cloned-plate crime. Check the photos and the product name above to make sure it suits your vehicle before you order. Add it to your basket alongside your number plates and check out in one order. Delivery options and costs are shown at checkout, and our returns page explains how to send back an unused item.

Anti-Theft Tamperproof Screws & Caps — product photo
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