The Nom Plates Guide to
Understanding 4D Number Plates
Come with us while we address the questions and concerns so many may have when it comes to the mine field that is 4D Number Plates.
4D number plates elevate the traditional bording UK number plate design with their raised lettering, offering a distinctive, tactile aesthetic. At Nom Plates, we craft these with a variety of materials, including popular styles like gel, acrylic, ghost, and the unique inverted negative, amongst many others. Catering to diverse preferences we will ensure your vehicle stands out with a personalized touch.
4D number plates are fully legal in the UK, as DVLA have stated in the current legislation (BSAU 145e) that characters may have a raised surface. One of the requirements imposed is that the lettering is a solid shade of black. Other than this, there are no further restrictions placed on what you can or cannot have. With this in mind, we have engineered a range of beautiful styles of 3D and 4D number plates adhering to DVLA standards for font, size, and spacing.
For those venturing outside the UK, rest assured, 4D plates from the UK won't pose issues, given their legality in the origin country. We recommend adding a UK flag to your plate for international travel, eliminating the need for additional stickers on your vehicle.
Nom Plates ensures all our 4D plates are ANPR camera friendly, allowing you to drive with confidence. Beware of products claiming anti-camera capabilities; these are not only misleading but could lead to legal troubles. Remember, if you can see the plate, so can enforcement cameras. Attempting to evade detection could result in severe penalties, far outweighing any initial fine.
4D number plates from Nom Plates meet all MOT requirements, ensuring a hassle-free inspection. For detailed regulations, visit the MOT requirements for number plates on the GOV website. Even our show plates, sans the manufacturer's mark, pass MOT, provided they're undamaged and maintain legal character spacing. Altered plates, however, risk MOT failure.
Nom Plates ensures all our 4D plates are ANPR camera friendly, allowing you to drive with confidence. Beware of products claiming anti-camera capabilities; these are not only misleading but could lead to legal troubles. Remember, if you can see the plate, so can enforcement cameras. Attempting to evade detection could result in severe penalties, far outweighing any initial fine.
4D number plates from Nom Plates meet all MOT requirements, ensuring a hassle-free inspection. For detailed regulations, visit the MOT requirements for number plates on the GOV website. Even our show plates, sans the manufacturer's mark, pass MOT, provided they're undamaged and maintain legal character spacing. Altered plates, however, risk MOT failure.
Fitting Your New 4D Number Plates
Fitting your brand new 4D number plates is straightforward. Most vehicles use 2 screws for attachment, which may be hidden under colored caps. Simply remove these caps and use a standard pozi screwdriver to unscrew. At Nom Plates, we offer not just a wide array of 4D plates, but also a variety of fixing methods and attachments to suit every need—from daily use vehicles to show cars. Our products are designed for those who require the flexibility to frequently remove or change their plates with ease.
Advantages:
- Sticky Pads: Extremely user-friendly. Just ensure the surface is clean and free of any residue by wiping with alcohol or white spirit for a flawless finish. Sticky pads provide a clean look without any visible fixtures.
- Screws: The most secure method, though the DVLA advises caution as they may obscure part of the lettering. Still, they are 100% legal. Use care to avoid damaging the acrylic plate backing.
- Velcro Pads: Our 3M-backed hook and loop pads offer a strong, secure bond with the convenience of easy removal. Perfect for car enthusiasts who frequently display their vehicles at shows, meets, or on social media.
Which 4D Number Plate Styles are Road Legal?
You've probably seen so many different styles you're probably wanting someone to break it down for you. Lucky for you we've done exactly that! Explore our diverse range below, where finding your perfect match might be the toughest part of your journey. Dive in and choose the style that speaks to you the most!
Just Fancy Text Not Enough?
So you've seen all the unique 4D number plate text styles we offe but why stop there? There are a range of further upgrades you can add to your plates while keeping them 100% road legal.
Click the following drawers for some inspiration on additional upgrades you can have on your plates.
Short Plates
Its a strong matter of preference here. While most like to go for the standard oblong number plate size, there are others who who like to minimize the overall presence of the number plate which surprisingly draws more attention to it as it stands out from the crowd.
No matter if you like them standard or the cutesie mini sizes, we've got you covered.
Hex & Shaped Plates
No doubt you've seen number plates with the pointy ends. These are known as Hex plates thanks to their 6 sided shape. Also referred to as 'Lambo Plates' thanks to their sleek sporty appearance.
While this is unique, we also offer a fully bespoke number plate shaping service. With our technology we can design and cut a number plate that perfectly matches and enhances the sleep curves and contours of your vehicle.
Borders
While this may sound boring at first, we offer a range of gorgeous border options. From the standard printed border on your plates to a luscious smooth gel or 4D acrylic in black.
We can even put coloured 4D borders on to compliment the colour of your car - and yes that's legal too!
Flags & EV Badge
As a proud UK based company, we have created exclusive ways for you to show off your patriotism to the world.
Our unique 4D laser cut number plate flags give a striking eye catching decoration to your number plates. And its far from the drab worn-out prints you might be used to seeing.
Made with stacked layers of coloured acrylics, our flags will have onlookers in awe.
As an added bonus, if you place a UK flag on your number plate, it allows you to drive out of the country and into the EU without the need for additional stickers.
Available in ENG, SCO, CYM and UK varieties.
A pair of number plates for the same car but two completely different designs. With float lettering, two custom shaped boards, custom shaped green flashes with logo and UK flag and a fitted 4D border with integrated slogan.
A pair of plates with custom shaped Range Rover Sport oversize rear, red 4D borders, 10mm gel lettering and shaped UK flag to sit flush with the contours.
Two custom shaped plates to match the sleak rear and the accentuate the enormous kidney grills of a 2024 BMW M4. Finished with 8mm dual-tone matte/gloss Pyramid lettering.
Now That You've Learnt So Much
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Our exclusive number plate customiser showcases all that you've seen above. Use it to build your exclusive one-of-a-kind bespoke road legal, DVLA approved 4D Number Plates
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