Change vehicle registration (personalised plate) - hackney carriage/private hire

If you change the registration number of your hackney carriage or private hire vehicle you should notify us. Your records will be updated and new ID plates issued.

£24, includes replacement paper licence.  You will need to pay for the plates at the taxi compliance test centre.

Apply to change vehicle registration

Hackney carriage and Private hire vehicles are exempt from MOT. If you need a certificate of exemption visit the government website to obtain a V112.

• Fully completed application form;
• The log book V5C (vehicle registration document) - this must be the original document and in your name and current address, showing the new vehicle registration number; and
• A valid insurance document or cover note showing the new vehicle registration number.

We aim to process your application within 10 working days