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How DVLA uses Automatic Number Plate Recognition

Information on how DVLA uses Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) technology.

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DVLA uses ANPR technology to help detect and deter vehicle excise duty evasion throughout the UK.

Published 9 January 2015
Last updated 24 November 2020 + show all updates
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