The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has announced plans to replace a batch of 2026 embossed number plates found to be defective, at no cost to affected vehicle owners.
According to the Authority, routine quality checks revealed that some of the plates did not meet required durability standards, leading to the fading of printed characters over time.
DVLA explained that the affected batch was immediately withdrawn from circulation once the defect was detected, although a number of the plates had already been issued to the public.
“All affected vehicle owners are invited to visit any DVLA office nationwide for a free replacement,” the statement said.
The Authority apologised for the inconvenience caused and took full responsibility for the oversight.
It further assured the public that measures are being implemented to strengthen its quality assurance processes to prevent a recurrence.
DVLA reiterated its commitment to providing safe, reliable and high-quality vehicle registration services across the country.
