September 2026 UK Number Plate Change: What the New 76 Plate Means for Your Car’s Value and the Best Time to Sell
Every September, the UK car market experiences one of its biggest shifts of the year.
Insights, tips, and guides to help you buy, sell, and upgrade with confidence.
Every September, the UK car market experiences one of its biggest shifts of the year.
The UK car market is changing faster than ever — from the rollout of new number plates to the rise of electric vehicles and evolving buyer incentives. For car owners, this means timing your sale is more important than ever if you want to maximise value. At PCBS, we keep a close eye on these shifts so you don’t have to. Here’s what 2025 is bringing to the table — and what it means for you.
In the UK, March and September are important months in the motoring calendar — they mark the arrival of new number plates. With the **‘75’ plate due out in September 2025, many car owners are wondering: Should I sell my car before the plate changes? And if so, how much difference does it actually make?