L plate size rules
The rules about the size of L plates that must be displayed on a vehicle being driven by a learner driver.
- From:
- Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Published
- 23 July 2014
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Any vehicle driven by a learner must display red L plates. By law they must be:
- a red letter on a white background
- a certain size
Published 23 July 2014
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Step 1: Check you're allowed to drive
Most people can start learning to drive when they’re 17.
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Step 2: Get a provisional licence
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Step 3: Driving lessons and practice
You need a provisional driving licence to take lessons or practice.
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and Prepare for your theory test
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Step 4: Book and manage your theory test
You need a provisional driving licence to book your theory test.
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Step 5: Book and manage your driving test
You must pass your theory test before you can book your driving test.
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Step 6: When you pass
You can start driving as soon as you pass your driving test.
You must have an insurance policy that allows you to drive without supervision.