Farewell to Illegal Number Plates?

Many of you will be aware that the current penalty for drivers who continue to display illegal plates is a fine of £1000. But what of those suppliers who continue to advertise unlawful registrations? So far, it seems that the driver is the only one who gets punished! Well, it has recently come to our attention that, as of 1st November 2008, any suppliers selling plates that do not comply with the DVLA regulations will be subject to a maximum fine of £2500. That’s more like it!

Some of these companies have continued to sell knowing that, with the recent clampdown on illegal registrations, those they sell to with a gleaming smile and a pat on the back, may well receive a hefty fine.

Perhaps the tables have finally turned and we may see some of these scallywag retailers having to delve into their own pockets!

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