Though my car is 2003 it has a 3 letter, 3 digit number-plate.
So I have a set of black and silver plates, purely because I prefer the look.
I drove out to the local Halfords (about 2 miles) to buy some copper-slip; arrived at the carpark and was followed in by local plod in a Ford Focus.
He parked beside me, got out of his car and started to admire my 4/4.
After a few minutes chat, he came out with
"You know that you are displaying illegal number plates? Black and silver are only allowed on cars pre-1973. I'm not going to do anything, but I suggest you change them, as some of my colleagues may decide to book you for the offence. Oh and the fine could be upto £1000"
Fair enough; plates changed back already and it was all said in a really friendly manner.
Phew!!
Bud
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2003 - 4/4
