YOUR EYE
SIGHT
You MUST be able to read a vehicle number plate from a distance of 20.5 metres (67 feet - about five car lengths) in good daylight. From September 2001, you MUST be able to read a new style number plate from a distance of 20 metres (66 feet). If you need to wear glasses (or contact lenses) to do this, you MUST wear them at all times whilst driving.
New
Registration Plate Example - Read from 20m
Old
Registration Plate Example - Read from 20.5m
MEADOWBANK SCHOOL OF MOTORING
"Setting Standards"
