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Used Car Buyers Warned of ‘Stolen Form’ Con

October 22, 2010
Posted in DVLA — Written by matthew.smith

Those who are considering buying a second-hand car need to be very careful, as a spate of incidents involving stolen vehicles and forged log-books have occurred.

Thousands of blank DVLA log books were stolen in 2006, with the intention of selling the vehicles on as cloned cars.

David Bloor is just one of the victims in the nationwide scam.

After paying £16,500 for a used Volkswagen Tiguan, Mr Bloor revealed that he was shown what appeared to be an authentic log book, complete with watermarks.

Even the vehicle data checks he made passed with flying colours, but when trying to register the vehicle with the DVLA in the following weeks, he received a visit from police officers.

Police advised David that his car had been cloned and there was no way of reclaiming the money he lost.

Mr Bloor blames the DVLA for the money he has lost.

“They need to be brought to task over this,” he revealed.

“To wash their hands of it and do nothing is absolutely appalling.”

Peter Swift, insurance investigator at Claims Management & Adjusting Ltd, is concerned at the rise of similar incidences.

“I don’t accept that drip feeding the new forms into the system is going to have much effect on the crime,” he said.

“It again appears to be more about saving money than protecting the public because the DVLA have clearly accepted that their stolen registration documents have a value, are being used by criminals, and that the integrity of their document is undermined.

“Why, then, do they permit these documents to remain in circulation, to continue to have a value, and to be an ongoing problem for members of the public?”

The DVLA have provided advice on their website for anyone who is concerned about purchasing a second hand vehicle.

Corporate affairs director at the DVLA, David Evans has revealed that there are several important checks that need to be made.

“The clear message to anyone considering buying a second-hand vehicle is that a registration certificate is not proof of ownership and is one piece of a complicated jigsaw,” he announced.

“We recommend that buyers ask to see proof of ownership of a vehicle, such as a bill of sale, before handing over any money.”

To get a personalised number plate that says something about you, just call the industry experts at National Numbers, on 01642 363738.

£22,000 Number Plate for 11 Year Old Girl

October 7, 2010
Posted in DVLA — Written by matthew.smith

A doting father has splashed out on a highly expensive number plate for his 11 year old daughter.

The personalised registration, ‘99 A’, was sold for £20,900 as part of the most recent DVLA number plate auction.

The three day auction was hosted at Rudding Park Hotel, Harrogate, and featured 1,500 number plates going under the hammer.

Harbhajan Bains, a pharmacist by trade, didn’t seem put-off by the fact that his daughter is still far too young to drive when bidding for the number plate and travelled from Birmingham to make sure he got what he wanted.

The number plate displays his daughter, Amun’s initial, and will sit proudly on the front of her car in six years time.

For Harbhajan, buying such an extravagant number plate wasn’t just a one off.

He will now add ‘99 A’ to his ever growing collection of 25 number plates, which also includes ‘H 85′, ‘4 HS’ and ‘5 P’.

Mr Bains explained why he wanted ‘99 A’ and how the bidding went: ”From the moment Amun was born in 1999 I have wanted to get a number plate for her. It’s more than I wanted to pay, but she is worth it.”

The DVLA will be looking to raise approximately £3m for the treasury during the three day event.

The next DVLA number plate auction will take place at Ardencote Manor Hotel and Country Club, Warwick, on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd December, 2010.

If you’re interested in getting a personalised number plate for yourself or a loved one, don’t waste time; speak to a professional.

The experts at National Numbers have over ten years experience in helping people get the number plate they want.

Just call 01642 363738, and let National Numbers help you.

Santa’s Sleigh Goes In For Service

Posted in DVLA — Written by matthew.smith

Getting your vehicle serviced is something all motorists are familiar with, including Father Christmas!

Santa has been making sure all of his preparations for Christmas are covered and clearly hasn’t left a thing out, after taking his sleigh in for its annual servicing.

After all, even Santa will do all he can to stay on the right side of the DVLA.

Questions may be asked as to why Santa chose Southwold Town Garage in Suffolk; after all, it’s a long way from Lapland.

A short, swift service was performed on the sleigh, with garage owner Kerry Wilmot delighted to help out; if not a little confused.

“We have some very strange things come in here, but this is probably one of the quirkiest,” she said.

“We’ve had some bizarre looks.”

“A gentleman who owns a local pub just came and said we were clearly getting into the Christmas spirit early.”

The garage is quickly developing a reputation for its celebrity clientèle.

“It’s quite apt because last year we had Chitty Chitty Bang Bang,” Mrs Wilmot revealed.

“She stayed with us for three days, which was nice, and then this year we have Santa’s sleigh.”

Despite having all the fancy decorations on his sleigh, Santa is clearly a safety concious man at heart.

“It’s got a sound system and it all lights up…And it has a seatbelt!”

The DVLA’s current number plate auction at Rudding Park, Harrogate has reached its final day, with some of the most sought-after registrations far exceeding their reserve price.

‘10 O’ far surpassed its reserve price of £10,000 when it sold for £73,500, and ‘3 OOO’ reached £23,000.

There are thousands of personalised registrations to choose from but finding the right one for you can be difficult.

Just call the experts at National Numbers on 01642 363738, and let them help you every step of the way.

Almost-Blind Man Failed to Inform DVLA of Condition Prior to Killing Pedestrian

October 3, 2010
Posted in DVLA — Written by matthew.smith

An Aberdeen motorist who killed a female pedestrian was incapable of correctly identifying any of the letters on an optician’s wall chart, Perth High Court heard.

Delivery driver George McLeod, 71, had lost so much vision in his right eye due to diabetes that he was classified as blind.

Despite his left eye being marginally better, it was still classified as “partially sighted,” and strongly advised to inform the DVLA of his condition.

Speaking before the court, Dr John Olson revealed that Mr McLeod must have been aware that his sight was so poor.

Dr Catherine Gully had even advised McLeod that “his vision was in a condition where he should now inform the DVLA”.

He was also informed that if incapable of reading a number plate from 67ft away, the DVLA would withdraw his license to drive.

“I think he would be aware his sight was not normal,” Dr Olson said.

“I think at that time (August 2008), whatever was said to him when being tested, he would realise he would have a very serious problem with his right eye.”

According to Dr Olson, Mr McLeod “failed entirely to see any letters on the chart with his right eye.”

“The right eye meets the definition for blind registration and the left eye meets the definition for being partially sighted.”

When questioned by advocate depute, Gary Allan: “Do you think he could have been ignorant of the serious defect in his vision?”

Dr Olson answered: “I have no doubt that he knew his vision was abnormal.”

Mr McLeod denies the charge of causing death by dangerous driving whilst aware of impaired eyesight due to a medical condition.

The case continues.

There are thousands of number plates available to choose from, but finding the right one at the right price can be difficult.

National Numbers have been helping people to get the number plate they want for over ten years.

Just call the experts on 01642 363738, and let them help you!

Cars Seized from Garage Forecourts in DVLA Crackdown on Untaxed Vehicles

September 19, 2010
Posted in DVLA — Written by matthew.smith

Garage owners and motor traders are set to take on the DVLA after vehicles were seized during a campaign against untaxed vehicles parked on private properties.

The incident took place on the garage forecourts in Exeter as enforcement teams working on behalf of the DVLA took possession of the offending vehicles and transported them by lorry to a pound in Plymouth.

The DVLA gave the responsibility of vehicle acquisition to a company named NSL.

When quizzed as to the reason for seizing the vehicles, NSL explained that the vehicles were neither declared as ‘off-road’ or in the possession of a dealer; a requirement for non-taxpaying vehicles.

However, it is not uncommon for workers in the motor trade to avoid the declaration that a vehicle is in the possession of a dealer, as the paperwork is so extensive that the vehicle is often sold by the time it’s complete.

Many believe the DVLA should be more lenient at a time of economic struggle.

One motor trader explained how he had to drive to the pound in Plymouth and show them his trade plates before they released two of his vehicles.

“I have written to the DVLA explaining that the vehicles were properly declared ‘in trade’ and parked on private property,” he revealed.

“It took me six hours of phone calls and hassle to get them released, and I had to drive 82 miles when there’s a DVLA office within 40 yards of my office.”

Arthur Poole, owner at another vehicle trading company, AGP Motors, had to move one vehicle to a more secure premises.

He said: “They were there with a lorry when I arrived at 9am. A neighbour had blocked the access but they told us they were taking it and there was nothing we could do about it.”

“I run an MOT testing centre so customers can quite legally bring their cars here with no MOT or tax.

“How am I supposed to operate a business if the DVLA might then threaten to take customers’ vehicles away?

“There is no way I am paying the release fee.”

For over ten years, National Numbers have helped people to find the number plate they’ve dreamed of.

To get the number plate you want at a price that’s right for you, just call the experts at National Numbers, on 01642 363738.

DVLA Appoints New CEO

May 14, 2010
Posted in DVLA, DVLA News — Written by matthew.smith

The DVLA (Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency) have announced that CEO Noel Shanahan is currently working with DfT (Department for Transport) colleagues in London, and in his absence, Simon Tse is covering the CEO role.

Mr Shanahan took over the role as CEO at the DVLA in 2007 and his move to work at the DfT is by no means considered permanent.

Simon Tse took over the role of Chief Operating Officer at the DVLA in 2008, bringing a wealth of business knowledge from his former positions in management consultancy and Management Director of Virgin Media.

The DVLA is an executive agency of the Department for Transport and has it’s main headquarters situated in Mr Tse’s home town of Swansea, south Wales.

National Numbers has a strong working relationship with the DVLA and is always striving to provide personalised number plates at highly competitive prices.

Whether you are looking for a number plate with your initials, first name or surname, something funny or rude, the name of a pet or your favourite football team or perhaps a patriotic plate in the lead up to the World Cup.

National Numbers can search registrations based upon your preferences and even use experienced bidders to bid on your behalf at national number plate auctions.

Whatever you’re looking for, give our helpful team a call on 01642 363738 and we’ll help you every step of the way to getting the number plate you want.

DVLA Number Plates Star Attraction at Old Trafford

March 25, 2010
Posted in Auctions, DVLA, Number Plate News — Written by Helen

DVLA is holding a special spring auction at Old Trafford, but the star attraction will be plates, not players!

There will be 1500 highly desirable number plates, including a star attraction being auctioned on 26th March.

The 9 O plate is sure to wow the crowds, with a reserve price set at £10,000 after the first 6 O plates accumulated a total of £666,000.

A selection of the auction-goers will also receive a ticket to enjoy the Manchester United museum free of charge.

Jody Davies, DVLA Personalised Registrations’ Events Manager, believes that the auction will be something for the whole family. “We have made sure our spring auction will be one not to be missed and one which can be enjoyed by the whole family,” Miss Davies explained.

“There is a varied mix, among the 1,500 registrations being auctioned with plenty of choice to suit all tastes and, more importantly, with reserves ranging from £300 to £10,000, something to suit all budgets.”

There will be a wide range of number plates available to suit all tastes and finances, so if football isn’t to your taste, there are funny plates, plates that are personalised with your initials or name, plates dedicated to your favourite pet, and many, many more.

National Numbers have 25 years’ experience dealing with transfers. We take care of transfers on your behalf, leaving you free to enjoy the spoils of, say, watching your favourite football team, or taking your car out into the country roads.

Despite our cutting edge technology we also very much like to talk on the phone! We would be very happy to search for number plates for you – just call us on 01642 36 37 38.

Number Plates for Sale

February 13, 2010
Posted in Auctions, DVLA, Number Plates, iPhone Search App — Written by Helen

You are reading this article, so there’s a good chance you might be one of the thousands of people every year who search for number plates for sale.

Maybe the new registration is for you, your spouse/partner, child; or in honour of your favourite football team, car make/model, or a namesake to your loyal dog or cat. It could be that you are thinking of investing in a personalised number plate.

Whatever the reason, you should know by now that where number plates for sale are concerned, choice is never a limiting factor!

So, where do you start looking for number plates for sale? How do you find the personalised registration that’s perfect for you?

The easiest way to find number plates for sale is by searching on our web site.

With National Numbers, you can either buy directly from us, Our Stock registrations, or through sellers of private number plates who advertise on our web site.

We offer millions of DVLA number plates, that is, those that are owned by DVLA, along with other dealers’ registrations.

Our Number Plate Auction service takes the hassle out of buying registrations at auction.

Or, if you have an iPhone, we have an excellent new Number Plate Search app that lets you search whenever and wherever you choose.

National Numbers have 25 years’ experience dealing with transfers. We take care of transfers on your behalf, leaving you free to enjoy the spoils of, say, watching your favourite football team, or taking your car out into the country roads.

Despite our cutting edge technology we also very much like to talk on the phone! We would be very happy to search for number plates for you – just call us on 01642 36 37 38.

National Numbers Offer DVLA Online Auction Bidding Service

February 11, 2010
Posted in Auctions, DVLA, National Numbers News — Written by Helen

National Numbers are offering a free online DVLA auction bidding service to those wishing to purchase personalised number plates online through the DVLA’s online auction service. The online service complements our well-established offline auction service; both aim to make using the DVLA’s auction services easier.

Buying number plates at auction can often be a daunting task and requires time and dedication to observe and react as bidding unfolds. National Numbers like to take the hassle out of buying number plates. At our offline auction service, we bid on registrations for customers. Our online service works in exactly the same way – we will purchase the registration on your behalf, while you relax and put your feet up!

This new service is the first of its kind to be offered to number plate buyers. National Numbers Chairman, Eric Craggs, says:

“This excellent online auction service gives our number plate customers the same fantastic opportunities as offline auction buyers. Tell us what plate you are interested in and let us do the legwork for you – don’t miss out on this opportunity to buy your perfect registration at auction.”

DVLA’s online auction service allows buyers to bid on number plates in a similar way to the popular auction web site eBay.

Number plates are given a Reserve Price which is where the bidding starts. From there, a bidder submits their Maximum Bid, which cannot be seen by other bidders. The value of the Current Bid can be seen with the registration at all times throughout the auction process.

Proxy bidding allows competitive bidding on Lots, where the system increases bids on behalf of the bidder up to the value of their Maximum Bid. Users receive notification that they have been outbid so that they can increase their bid. However bids cannot be removed from the system once they have been placed.

One of the most interesting features of the service is that, for popular lots, the end time of the bidding is allowed to “slide”, meaning that the bid time is extended where there is lots of competition to bid on a plate.

Call us today on 01642 36 37 38 to see how we can help, or for more information read our auction testimonials from satisfied customers, or learn more about DVLA auctions.