Last updated: 15th February 2026
These Seller Service Terms & Conditions apply specifically to individuals or businesses (“Seller”, “you”) who list, advertise, or sell a private (personalised or cherished) vehicle registration mark through The Plate Barn (“we”, “us”, “our”).
These Terms should be read in conjunction with our Private Registration Terms & Conditions and apply only to seller services.
You confirm that you are at least 18 years of age and that you are the legal owner of the registration mark, or are acting with full authority of the legal owner. You confirm that the registration is free from finance, dispute, or third-party claims and is eligible for transfer or retention under DVLA rules.
All registrations submitted for sale are subject to approval by The Plate Barn. We reserve the right to refuse, amend, suspend, or remove any listing at our discretion in order to protect buyer confidence and market integrity.
You are responsible for ensuring that price, ownership, and availability details remain accurate and up to date.
Where a buyer agrees to purchase a registration at the full advertised price, you authorise us to confirm the sale on your behalf without further reference to you.
Where an offer is received below the advertised price, once you accept the offer verbally, in writing, or electronically, you authorise us to form a legally binding contract of sale on your behalf.
Once a sale price is agreed, you are legally obliged to complete the transaction.
Once an enquiry or offer has been received, you agree not to increase the asking price of the registration while the enquiry remains active.
Any attempt to increase the price after buyer interest has been registered may result in the registration being removed from sale and refusal of future seller services.
Upon confirmation of a sale, you agree to supply proof of entitlement and any required DVLA documentation promptly.
Unless otherwise agreed:
– Proof of entitlement must be supplied within 7 days of sale confirmation
– Valid transfer documentation must be supplied within 21 days
Failure to meet these timescales may result in cancellation and fees as outlined below.
You must inform us if the registration is owned by a VAT-registered individual or business. Where VAT applies, VAT will be deducted from sale proceeds before payment. Failure to disclose VAT liability remains the seller’s responsibility.
Sale proceeds will be released only once DVLA confirms successful transfer or assignment of the registration. Payments are normally made by bank transfer.
We are not responsible for delays caused by DVLA processing or third-party parties.
You are responsible for complying with DVLA instructions, arranging replacement plates if required, and notifying your vehicle insurer of any registration change.
Our seller service is free where no buyer is secured.
If a buyer is secured and you:
– withdraw the registration,
– change your mind,
– fail to provide documentation,
– or otherwise prevent completion,
you agree to pay an Administration, Advertising & Loss of Commission (AALOC) fee to cover costs incurred.
AALOC Fee Structure (inc. VAT):
£0 – £500: £100
£501 – £1,000: £200
£1,001 – £5,000: £300
£5,001 – £10,000: £400
£10,000+: £500
Fees are payable within 14 days of notification. Where applicable, fees may be deducted from any sale proceeds.
If we reasonably believe a seller is being dishonest, uncooperative, or obstructive, we reserve the right to remove all listings and refuse future seller services.
We are not liable for DVLA refusal or delay, buyer default, or losses arising from seller-supplied inaccuracies. Our liability is limited to fees received by us in relation to the affected transaction.
These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales, and the courts of England and Wales shall have exclusive jurisdiction.