Plates ARE most definitely part of the MOT, I had to change mine on my Leon and take it back to get the paperwork....
At the end of the day put whatever plates you like wherever you want, just don't moan when you get a fine or points, same as if you want to speed, use your phone while driving, booze or shoot up on the motorway..... just don't expect any sympathy from me
Sent from the golf club...