How can I check if a vanity plate is taken?

Question

I would like to get personalized (vanity) plates for my car. Does anyone know if there is a website where I can check if a vanity plate is taken in my state? I live in Texas.

Answer 1

http://www.dot.state.tx.us/services/vehicle_titles_and_registration/specialty_plates/personalized/default.htm

Call the number and ask if a specific plate has been used. Here in Michigan, they offer the check on the website.

Answer 2

http://www.dmv.org/tx-texas/license-plates.php

Texas, like most states, has an immense array of special license plates. Some of these are functional, such as the plates available for drivers with disabilities, while others are commemorative. The commemorative plates cover almost every conceivable topic, and the license plate fees help support those groups.

If you don't want to use a special-interest plate that is also used by others, vanity plates―also known as personalized license plates―might fit the bill. All you need is a knack for "spelling" words in funky ways using six or fewer letters or numerals, including no more than two symbols (dashes, spaces, periods, or Texas icons). Personalized plates cost $40 per year in addition to ordinary registration fees.

Answer 3

Thats a good name for them, in the UK they are 'personalised plates', used by prats.

Answer 4

when you apply for them you have to give multiple choose in the order in which you would like them they will tell you which you can have

Answer 5

duh...go out to the car and still if it's still there....