HW04 OOP for Sale

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Plate Details

HW04 OOP 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 Portsmouth DVLA office, covering South East England. Under DVLA rules, this plate can be assigned to any vehicle first registered on or after March 2004 — it cannot make a vehicle appear newer than it actually is.

Registration History

HW04 OOP was first made available in March 2004, issued by the Portsmouth DVLA office covering South East England.

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Frequently Asked Questions

• What could HW04 OOP represent? +
  Many people would see HW04 OOP as representing the name or word Hoop. 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 HW04 OOP? +
  NewReg.co.uk currently lists HW04 OOP at £153, with a total all-in cost from £264 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 £25 per month (0% APR, subject to status).
• What is included when I buy HW04 OOP from NewReg? +
  Your purchase of HW04 OOP 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 HW04 number plate? +
  The 04 year code on HW04 OOP identifies it as a March 2004 registration. Current style plates are issued by the DVLA twice a year — in March and September.
• Where was HW04 OOP originally issued? +
  The HW area code on HW04 OOP identifies it as having been issued by the Portsmouth DVLA office, covering the South East England area of the UK.
• Can I put HW04 OOP on my car? +
  Under DVLA rules, a number plate cannot make a vehicle appear newer than it is. HW04 OOP can be assigned to a vehicle first registered on or after March 2004 — it cannot be placed on a vehicle registered before that date.
• Can I buy HW04 OOP on finance? +
  Yes — HW04 OOP is eligible for 0% APR finance through NewReg's finance partner. Based on the current price of £153, monthly payments start from approximately £25. Finance is available on plates priced between £250 and £25,000, subject to status and approval.
• Does NewReg offer a price guarantee on HW04 OOP? +
  Yes. NewReg guarantees you will not find HW04 OOP 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 HW04 OOP? +
  The all-in cost of buying HW04 OOP from NewReg is £264. This breaks down as: plate price £153 + VAT £31 + 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 HW04 OOP mean as a personalised plate? +
  As a personalised number plate, HW04 OOP is most often chosen because it reads as the name or word Hoop. The DVLA issues registrations based on a formula of letters and numbers — the personal meaning comes from how buyers interpret the combination. HW04 OOP is a popular choice for anyone named Hoop or with a personal or professional connection to that word.