What does a trade plate do?

What does a trade plate do?

Motor trade plates show that a vehicle is being used temporarily for trade purposes. They are suitable for any vehicle that is temporarily in your possession; allowing you to drive without registering and taxing it first.

Can you drive around on trade plates?

Brand new or second-hand vehicles already registered to you must be taxed and cannot be used under this provision. Trade plates cannot be used on unroadworthy vehicles.

Can I use trade plates on a car without MOT?

You can only use trade plates on vehicles that: are safe to drive (‘roadworthy’) are insured. have a valid MOT, or are exempt from needing an MOT.

Can I drive a Sorn car with trade plates?

Short answer is yes, of course you can, as long as the trade plates are being used correctly.

Can you drive an uninsured car on trade plates?

To summarise, yes you can drive an uninsured vehicle that was uninsured prior to you driving the vehicle, which is now insured because your motor trade insurance policy details that it is.

What is the law on displaying trade plates?

trade plates can be displayed anywhere on a vehicle providing they are both visible and vertical on both the front and rear; they cannot be displayed inside the vehicle as reflections from the glass will restrict visibility.

Does trade plates cover insurance?

It is important to note that trade plates do not cover insurance in and of themselves. If you are looking for quality trade plate vehicle delivery insurance, look no further.

How long do trade plates last?

All trade licences expire on either 30 June or 31 December. You cannot get a licence for less than 6 months or more than 12 months at a time (from the month you apply). This means, when you apply for your first licence, it will last for between 6 and 12 months, depending on when you apply.

Do trade plates cover MoT and tax?

“There is no automatic exemption from MoT testing for vehicles used under a trade licence. A vehicle used under a trade licence is only exempt from the MoT testing requirement when driven during or on completion of repairs, or when driven to and from a pre-booked MoT test.” So, no.

Can I drive someone else’s car on trade insurance?

Only named drivers have permission to drive a vehicle that is covered by a motor trade insurance policy. If an unnamed driver gets behind the wheel of the vehicle, they will not be protected.

Can you drive a car with no tax on trade plates?

You shouldn’t test drive a car with no MoT because it’s on trade plates, the only reasons this vehicle can be driven are to/from an MoT or to test the condition of the car when it’s undergoing repair work. If caught by the police, you could get into trouble for driving it when you know it doesn’t have an MoT.

Can I use trade plates on a car without MoT?

How long are trade plates valid for?

Cost of trade plates

Can you drive a Sorn car with trade plates?

Can I drive a Sorn vehicle on trade plates?

SORN cars on trade plates do not require road tax and the insurance would be covered by your motor trade insurance policy. However, it is still illegal to drive a SORN vehicle unless you are driving it to or from a pre-booked MOT testing centre.

Who can drive on trade insurance?

Whether you work at a repair garage, a valeting service or a car dealership, the same rule applies: you must be a named driver to drive one of the vehicles on the policy. If you are not a named driver on the policy and you need to make a claim, you simply won’t be insured.

Can I use trade plates with no MOT?

Who can use a trade plate?

Under the Road Traffic (Vehicles) Regulations 2014, trade plates may only be used by businesses (i.e. holders of an Australian Business Number) who are: Trailer manufacturers and repairers.

What is a trade-in number plate?

Trade plates are a temporary number plate for motor trades or car manufactures to use on vehicles that are not licensed. The great thing about trade plates is that they save you both time and money, as rather than having to register and tax every vehicle you have, you can buy a trade plate for all cars that you temporarily own.

What are the benefits of using a trade licence plate?

Trade licence plates can save you time and money if you’re in the motor industry – you will not have to register and tax every vehicle temporarily in your possession. You need to apply to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency ( DVLA) for a trade licence to be able to use trade plates.

How many trade plates do I need for my vehicle?

Each eligible vehicle travelling on a road must have the necessary number of trade plates affixed, being: • One plate, on the rear, for a trailer, caravan or motorbike; or • Two plates, one on the front and one on the rear, for all other motor vehicles.