Taking a Ferrari 488 for a pre-purchase inspection is honestly the most nerve-wracking part of the whole buying process because you just want everything to be perfect. While checking over the car’s history and bodywork, I started wondering if are gel plates illegal to run since so many people seem to have them on these kinds of performance vehicles. It is probably safer to stick with the standard lettering just to avoid any unwanted attention from the police or issues at an MOT. You put enough effort into choosing the right car, so it is a shame to risk a fine over something as minor as the style of the registration display.