Guide
What is a V750 Certificate of Entitlement?
If you buy a private number plate that isn't already on a vehicle, it's held on a V750 Certificate of Entitlement. It's the document that proves the registration is yours.
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What the V750 shows
The certificate is issued by the DVLA and includes:
- The registration number
- The name of the grantee (the owner of the right)
- The name of a nominee, if there is one (someone the plate can be assigned to)
- A document reference number, which you need to assign the plate online
- The expiry date
V750 or V778?
A V750 is issued when a registration is bought and hasn't been on a vehicle yet. A V778 Retention Document is issued when a registration is taken off a vehicle and kept. Both work the same way when you want to put the registration on a vehicle.
How long a V750 lasts
Certificates are valid for 10 years and are free to renew. You can apply to renew up to 28 days before the expiry date. If you don't renew on or before that date, you permanently lose the right to the registration, so keep an eye on it.
Using your V750
To put the registration on a vehicle, use the reference number on the V750 together with the vehicle's V5C logbook. Our guide to putting a private plate on your car covers the vehicle requirements and each step.
Keep it safe
Store your certificate somewhere safe. If it's lost or damaged, contact the DVLA to ask about a replacement.