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CAVA’s guide to the 2017 registration plate

CAVA 17 (1) There are two changes a year when it comes to new registration plates, the first takes place in March and will show that your vehicle was produced in the first part of 2017. The second change comes into action in September, with vehicles donning a ’67 plate to represent that they have been produced in the latter part of the year, up to February 2018. It hasn’t always been this way! There used to be one change a year but in 2001 the DVLA introduced a new system which saw two changes a year. What is the registration of a car for? As you’ll probably know, the registration is used as a means of identification. The first four digits of your registration link to a certain area and the vehicle’s age. The second part of your registration is to keep things simple and prevent duplication, distinguishing your vehicle to others produced in the same area and year. If you are interested in purchasing or financing a new vehicle then it can be useful to know how the number plate is made up, so you can find out how old the vehicle is. For example, a vehicle purchased in the first part of 2017, from March to August will show 17 on the plate. From September 2017 to February 2018 the registration shows the current year + 50, so from September this year vehicles will show 67 on their registration plates.   Is it worth the wait? If you’re looking to finance or purchase a new vehicle and want the latest number plate then you could arrange this with the dealer, so the vehicle is yours but won’t be registered until after the new plates are released. Looking for a bargain? Age is but a number, if you are after a slightly cheaper deal then now might be the time to look into finance as dealers often discount ‘old’ stock before new plates are due to be released. CAVA has a low finance rate deal on until the 30th of April which you could take advantage of now! Why go for a new car now? Dealers will be offering high costs, CAVA will more than likely be able to offer you lower rate! Our low rate finance offer will be available until the 30th of April so there’s still some time to find the right vehicle for you. From the 1st of March this year, you could trade up to a nice new model or add an addition to your business and benefit from a lower rate. The offer will be available for both new and used cars as well as light commercial vehicles. CAVA can offer more competitive rates than motor dealers and bank finance options!