The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) has blocked more than 400 number-plate combinations ahead of the upcoming '26' series scheduled for release in March 2026. The data, obtained through a Freedom of Information request submitted by number-plate retailer Regtransfers, shows that the agency has once again taken a cautious approach in filtering combinations deemed offensive, politically charged or otherwise inappropriate for public display.
The '26' series will mark vehicles first registered between 1 March and 31 August 2026. While the annual release of new plates normally attracts interest from motorists wanting personalised combinations, this year's pre-emptive ban list is notably extensive.
