More Info old Sorting the paperwork Can I keep my personalised registration? Yes, you can keep your personalised registration when you donate your car. If you have a personalised registration (also known as a private plate or cherished plate) that you wish to keep, you just need to transfer or retain it before you donate your scrap or used car so you don't lose it. Download a copy of DVLA's leaflet about keeping personalised registrations Download a copy of form V317 - 'Application to transfer or retain a vehicle registration number' back