When are personalised number plates made available from the DVLA?

When is it possible to buy or reserve ##11 ### plates directly from DVLA, and why do I see them advertised for sale already?

Asked on 5 September 2010 by Petemulls

Answered by Honest John

The DVLA periodically releases batches of plates. Go to www.dvla.gov.uk. Dealers buy them and advertise them at a profit, or simply advertise them at a profit, then buy them at the DVLA price.

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