BD04 TES for Sale

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Plate Details

BD04 TES is a current-style registration issued in March 2004. Current style plates use a two-letter area code, a two-digit year code (04), and a three-letter random sequence. The 04 area code identifies it as originating from the Birmingham DVLA office, covering West Midlands. Under DVLA rules, this plate can be assigned to any vehicle first registered in March 2004 or earlier — it cannot make a vehicle appear newer than it actually is.

Registration History

BD04 TES was first made available in March 2004, issued by the Birmingham DVLA office covering West Midlands.

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Frequently Asked Questions

• What could BD04 TES represent? +
  Many people would see BD04 TES as representing the name or word Oates, Bates or Dates. As with all personalised number plates, the registration has no official meaning — it is a combination of letters and numbers issued by the DVLA that buyers choose for its personal significance.
• Where is the cheapest place to buy BD04 TES? +
  NewReg.co.uk currently lists BD04 TES at £1,073, with a total all-in cost from £1,368 including the £80 DVLA transfer fee. NewReg operates a price match guarantee — if you find the same plate advertised cheaper by another dealer, we will beat that price. Note: this plate is held on a DVLA certificate — NewReg can arrange the assignment on your behalf, but an additional handling fee applies alongside the £80 DVLA transfer fee. Call 01772 566400 for details. Finance is also available from approximately £117 per month (0% APR, subject to status).
• Why are some BD04 TES listings priced much lower than the market rate? +
  Some dealers advertise plates with a headline figure such as “from £200”, which can refer to their minimum site-wide price rather than an actual price for BD04 TES. The genuine market value of BD04 TES reflects its specific characteristics — plate format, letter combination, rarity and any name or word that buyers may associate with it. NewReg lists BD04 TES at £1,073 — the true market price — with a price match guarantee: if you find BD04 TES legitimately offered cheaper by another UK dealer, we will beat that price.
• What is included when I buy BD04 TES from NewReg? +
  Your purchase of BD04 TES from NewReg includes: DVLA assignment handling (available at an additional handling fee — NewReg will manage all paperwork on your behalf; call 01772 566400 to arrange), a certificate of entitlement, and road-legal acrylic number plates. The £80 DVLA transfer fee is shown separately at checkout and paid direct to the DVLA. NewReg has been a DVLA-recognised reseller and CNDA member since 1991.
• What year is the BD04 number plate? +
  The 04 year code on BD04 TES identifies it as a March 2004 registration. Current style plates are issued by the DVLA twice a year — in March and September.
• Where was BD04 TES originally issued? +
  The BD area code on BD04 TES identifies it as having been issued by the Birmingham DVLA office, covering the West Midlands area of the UK.
• Can I put BD04 TES on my car? +
  Under DVLA rules, a number plate cannot make a vehicle appear newer than it is. BD04 TES can be assigned to a vehicle first registered in March 2004 or earlier — it cannot be placed on a vehicle registered after that date.
• Can I buy BD04 TES on finance? +
  Yes — BD04 TES is eligible for 0% APR finance through NewReg's finance partner. Based on the current price of £1,073, monthly payments start from approximately £117. Finance is available on plates priced between £250 and £25,000, subject to status and approval.
• Does NewReg offer a price guarantee on BD04 TES? +
  Yes. NewReg guarantees you will not find BD04 TES advertised cheaper by any other UK dealer. If you do find a lower price for the same plate, we will beat it — our guarantee covers the full cost including the plate rights, VAT, and the DVLA transfer fee. See our price match guarantee at newreg.co.uk/services/guarantee/
• What is the total cost of buying BD04 TES? +
  The all-in cost of buying BD04 TES from NewReg is £1,368. This breaks down as: plate price £1,073 + VAT £215 + DVLA transfer fee £80. There are no hidden charges — the DVLA fee is paid directly to the DVLA as part of the transfer process. NewReg handles all DVLA paperwork on your behalf.
• What does BD04 TES mean as a personalised plate? +
  As a personalised number plate, BD04 TES is most often chosen because it reads as the name or word Oates. The DVLA issues registrations based on a formula of letters and numbers — the personal meaning comes from how buyers interpret the combination. BD04 TES is a popular choice for anyone named Oates or with a personal or professional connection to that word.