From £16.99
Standard 2D number plates
Classic flat printed black characters on bright reflective acrylic. It is the cleanest, most legible legal look and our most affordable plate, fully road legal when ordered in road-legal mode.
The finish
About the Standard 2D finish
Standard 2D plates use solid black characters printed flat onto a reflective acrylic face. There is no raised layer, which keeps the surface smooth, easy to wipe clean and resistant to dirt traps.
This is the original DVLA-style look and the format most road users recognise. Because production is simple, it is the lowest-priced finish we make while still being pressed and supplied to full British Standard.
When you select road-legal mode in the builder, every plate is manufactured to BS AU 145e with the correct font, spacing and supplier markings so it passes an MOT without question.
Finish features
- Flat printed black characters
- Bright reflective acrylic base
- Smooth, easy-clean surface
- BS AU 145e marked when road legal
- Our most affordable made-to-order plate
- Free UK delivery
Pricing
Standard 2D pricing preview
| Option | Price |
|---|---|
| Single plate | £16.99 |
| Pair (front & rear) | £26.99 |
Prices shown are for the standard 520 × 111mm size — every size is priced on the pricing page and live in the builder. See the full breakdown on the pricing page.
Real cars
Fitted on real cars
Clean, factory-correct look
Standard 2D plates sit flush against the body and read clearly at distance, exactly as DVLA intended. They are the safe choice for company cars, lease returns and any vehicle that needs to stay unambiguously legal.
Build your plateWhy choose Standard 2D
Benefits
Our lowest-priced finish at £16.99 a single, with no compromise on the British Standard build quality.
Made to BS AU 145e in road-legal mode, so it passes inspection and reads correctly for cameras.
The flat printed surface has no raised edges to catch grime, so a quick wipe keeps it spotless.
Standard 2D FAQ
Are Standard 2D plates road legal?
Yes. When you order in road-legal mode they are manufactured to BS AU 145e with the correct charcoal-black characters, font and spacing, and carry the required supplier and standard markings to pass an MOT.
How durable is the printed finish?
The characters are printed beneath a sealed reflective face, so they do not peel or rub off. With normal washing a Standard 2D plate easily lasts the life of most vehicles.
How are the plates fitted?
They mount with standard number plate screws or 3M adhesive pads, both available as accessories. The flat back sits flush on almost any factory or aftermarket plinth.
What is the lead time?
Road-legal orders are made once we have verified your ID and entitlement documents — dispatch timing starts from approval. Orders approved before 11am may be dispatched the same day, subject to production capacity; otherwise the following working day is normal. Shipped with free UK delivery; timings are estimates.
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