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April Fools Day number plate JES 73R

April Fools' Day is an annual celebration of practical jokes and hoaxes that is observed in many countries around the world on April 1st. It's a day for pranks, tricks, and general mischief, and it's a chance for people to have some fun and let loose.

The origins of April Fools' Day are somewhat unclear, and there are several different theories about where it comes from. One theory is that it dates back to ancient Rome, where people celebrated a festival called Hilaria on March 25th. This festival was a day of merriment and pranks, and it's possible that some of the traditions from Hilaria were carried over to April 1st.

Another theory is that April Fools' Day dates back to the Middle Ages when the calendar was changed from the Julian to the Gregorian system. This change moved New Year's Day from March 25th to January 1st, but some people continued to celebrate New Year's Day on the old date. These people were mocked and ridiculed by others, who played tricks on them and called them 'April fools'.

Regardless of its origins, April Fools' Day has become a beloved tradition in many parts of the world. People look forward to playing pranks on each other and trying to outdo one another with their cleverness and creativity. From fake news stories to elaborate practical jokes, there are endless ways to celebrate this fun and light-hearted holiday.

True to form, Regtransfers - the UK’s largest dealer, has the perfect plate suited to the occasion - JES 73R.

This registration plate is sure to turn heads and make people do a double-take when they see it on the road. It's a playful and clever reference and it's sure to bring a smile to the faces of anyone who sees it.

Perhaps the most famous and appropriate personal number plate is Jimmy Tarbuck’s superb COM 1C plate, which he acquired way back in the 1960s before they became more widely popular. Many other top entertainers have found humorous and equally suitable plates at Regtransfers and you can read about some of them on our Celebrity number plates page.

Regtransfers have a wide range of registration plates available to suit every taste and budget. Whether you're looking for something serious and sophisticated or something playful and fun, they have the perfect plate for you. Why not search today - You'd be a fool not to!

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The role of DVLA

Car registrations and number plates, including personalised number plates, in the UK, are the responsibility of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency, usually known as the DVLA. It issues new registrations twice a year and also maintains the central database that records details of all vehicles licensed to drive on UK roads, along with their keeper and registration information.

Regtransfers works closely with DVLA to complete registration transfers as quickly and efficiently as possible. Regtransfers is a DVLA-registered supplier of personal car registrations and number plates and is listed on the DVLA Registrations website. All number plates supplied by Regtransfers comply with DVLA's prescribed standards and regulations.

DVLA administers all UK registration transfers and issues updated registration documents when the registration number of a car is changed, or when a registration is removed from a vehicle and placed on a retention document in accordance with the DVLA Retention Scheme.

DVLA is a registered trade mark of the Driver & Vehicle Licensing Agency. Regtransfers is not affiliated with the DVLA or DVLA Personalised Registrations. Regtransfers is a recognised reseller of unissued Government stock.

Number plate regulations

When a car is on the road, it is an offence to display number plates bearing any number other than the vehicle's officially recorded registration number. If you purchase a private registration, learn how to transfer private plates before displaying the new number.

All registration number plates displayed on UK vehicles must comply with the official number plate regulations. DVLA oversees enforcement of number plates display regulations and maintains a register of approved manufacturers and retailers of vehicle number plates.

Regtransfers is not part of, and is not formally affiliated with DVLA.

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