If I am buy a new trailer do I need to display my number plate when collecting?

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If I am buy a new trailer do I need to display my number plate when collecting?

If I buy a trailer for a car anywhere in the UK, can I collect it from the seller without having the correct number plate on the trailer?

Asked on 26 September 2024 by Philip Stone

Answered by David Ross

The law states that a trailer must display the same number plate as your towing car. We would suggest purchasing an additional number plate before collecting your new trailer.

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