If you’ve been wondering about the significance of KD green number plates in Kenya, you’re not alone.
These unique plates are primarily used by motor vehicle dealers and garages, serving as a temporary registration for vehicles that are either awaiting permanent registration or lack insurance
In this article, WoK has comprehensively explained the significance of the KD number plates and why it is synonymous with car dealers.
The green KD plate stands for Kenya Dealer plate, and is taken out by businesses servicing and repairing vehicles and those buying and selling vehicles.
Dealerships, body shops and restoration, vehicle electricians and mobile mechanics can also hold the unique plate.
Accessory fitters, breakdown and recovery as well as vehicle collection and delivery companies are also entitled to the KD plates.
Most KD plates in use on Kenyan roads are only for third-party road risks and protect the user from third-party liability.
It is standard practice in Kenya for motor trade professionals to rent out KD plates to new automobile owners.
The plate holder rents out the plate to car dealers or delivery businesses, implying that the vehicle is part of their fleet.
A movement pass is provided with the drivers’ information; in the event of a responsibility, the plate holder must file the claim because the vehicle is deemed to be theirs.
It should be noted that this is never an official arrangement with the insurance company of the plate holders.
In Mombasa, KD plates are rented to new automobile buyers for a fee of KSh 5,000 per four days.