DE04 ACE for Sale

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Plate Details

DE04 ACE is a current-style registration issued in March 2004. Current style plates use a two-letter area code, a two-digit year code (04), and a three-letter random sequence. The 04 area code identifies it as originating from the Chester DVLA office, covering North West England. Under DVLA rules, this plate can be assigned to any vehicle first registered in March 2004 or earlier — it cannot make a vehicle appear newer than it actually is.

Registration History

DE04 ACE was first made available in March 2004, issued by the Chester DVLA office covering North West England.

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Frequently Asked Questions

• What could DE04 ACE represent? +
  Many people would see DE04 ACE as representing the name or word Ace. As with all personalised number plates, the registration has no official meaning — it is a combination of letters and numbers issued by the DVLA that buyers choose for its personal significance.
• Where is the cheapest place to buy DE04 ACE? +
  NewReg.co.uk currently lists DE04 ACE at £369, with a total all-in cost from £523 including the £80 DVLA transfer fee. NewReg operates a price match guarantee — if you find the same plate advertised cheaper by another dealer, we will beat that price. Note: this plate is held on a DVLA certificate — NewReg can arrange the assignment on your behalf, but an additional handling fee applies alongside the £80 DVLA transfer fee. Call 01772 566400 for details. Finance is also available from approximately £46 per month (0% APR, subject to status).
• What is included when I buy DE04 ACE from NewReg? +
  Your purchase of DE04 ACE from NewReg includes: DVLA assignment handling (available at an additional handling fee — NewReg will manage all paperwork on your behalf; call 01772 566400 to arrange), a certificate of entitlement, and road-legal acrylic number plates. The £80 DVLA transfer fee is shown separately at checkout and paid direct to the DVLA. NewReg has been a DVLA-recognised reseller and CNDA member since 1991.
• What year is the DE04 number plate? +
  The 04 year code on DE04 ACE identifies it as a March 2004 registration. Current style plates are issued by the DVLA twice a year — in March and September.
• Where was DE04 ACE originally issued? +
  The DE area code on DE04 ACE identifies it as having been issued by the Chester DVLA office, covering the North West England area of the UK.
• Can I put DE04 ACE on my car? +
  Under DVLA rules, a number plate cannot make a vehicle appear newer than it is. DE04 ACE can be assigned to a vehicle first registered in March 2004 or earlier — it cannot be placed on a vehicle registered after that date.
• Can I buy DE04 ACE on finance? +
  Yes — DE04 ACE is eligible for 0% APR finance through NewReg's finance partner. Based on the current price of £369, monthly payments start from approximately £46. Finance is available on plates priced between £250 and £25,000, subject to status and approval.
• Does NewReg offer a price guarantee on DE04 ACE? +
  Yes. NewReg guarantees you will not find DE04 ACE advertised cheaper by any other UK dealer. If you do find a lower price for the same plate, we will beat it — our guarantee covers the full cost including the plate rights, VAT, and the DVLA transfer fee. See our price match guarantee at newreg.co.uk/services/guarantee/
• What is the total cost of buying DE04 ACE? +
  The all-in cost of buying DE04 ACE from NewReg is £523. This breaks down as: plate price £369 + VAT £74 + DVLA transfer fee £80. There are no hidden charges — the DVLA fee is paid directly to the DVLA as part of the transfer process. NewReg handles all DVLA paperwork on your behalf.
• What does DE04 ACE mean as a personalised plate? +
  As a personalised number plate, DE04 ACE is most often chosen because it reads as the name or word Ace. The DVLA issues registrations based on a formula of letters and numbers — the personal meaning comes from how buyers interpret the combination. DE04 ACE is a popular choice for anyone named Ace or with a personal or professional connection to that word.