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Wyoming License Plate Lookup

Wyoming License Plate Lookup powered by NHTSA. The WY license plate lookup tool above returns make, model, year, trim, recalls, and crash ratings for any Wyoming-registered vehicle in seconds.

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WYOMING5-1234A

580K

Registered Vehicles

Wyoming (FHWA)

Since 1913

Wyoming Department of Transportation

5-1234A

Wyoming License Plate Lookup: Quick Facts

Agency	Wyoming Department of Transportation — Motor Vehicle Services
Issuance year	1913
Current format	5-1234A — Six characters on Wyoming's iconic bucking-horse-and-rider plate: county number prefix (1=Natrona, 2=Laramie, etc., ranked by 1930 assessed valuation) + digits + letter, with the trademarked bucking horse image between prefix and serial. Wyoming is a two-plate state.
Plates required	Two (front and rear)
Replacement fee	$5
Registration validity	1 year
Registered vehicles	580K (approx.)
DMV contact	1-307-777-4709 · wyoroad.info/wyoming-dot/agency-departments/motor-vehicle-services/

How do I look up a Wyoming license plate?

Three steps to a complete wyoming license plate lookup. The WY license plate lookup workflow below works for any Wyoming-registered plate.

1
Enter the Wyoming license plate number in the search field above. Spaces and dashes are optional.
2
Confirm WY is selected in the state dropdown — plate numbers can repeat across states, so the state is required for accurate matching.
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Press Search Plate. You'll see make, model, year, trim, engine, open recalls, and NHTSA crash safety ratings in seconds.

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What does a Wyoming license plate lookup reveal?

Free Wyoming plate searches return vehicle-level data: make, model, year, recalls, and NHTSA crash ratings. Personal information (driver name, address, contact) is protected under the DPPA and is not available here.

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DPPA notice — vehicle data only

This Wyoming license plate lookup returns vehicle information only — make, model, year, recalls, and safety ratings from NHTSA's public database. We do not return the registered owner's name, address, phone number, email, driving record, or any other personal information about the driver. Personal driver and owner information is protected under the federal Driver's Privacy Protection Act of 1994 (18 U.S.C. § 2721) and is not lawfully accessible through any free public lookup.

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Registered owner name, address, contact details, and driving records are protected under the federal Driver's Privacy Protection Act (18 U.S.C. § 2721) and are not returned by this site or any other free public lookup. This tool provides vehicle-level data only — make, model, year, recalls, safety ratings, and EPA fuel economy — sourced from NHTSA and EPA public databases.

What does a Wyoming license plate format look like?

Six characters on Wyoming's iconic bucking-horse-and-rider plate: county number prefix (1=Natrona, 2=Laramie, etc., ranked by 1930 assessed valuation) + digits + letter, with the trademarked bucking horse image between prefix and serial. Wyoming is a two-plate state.

WYOMING5-1234A

Wyoming license plate format history

Era	Format	Example
1913–1935	Sequential numeric / county-prefixed	12-345
1935–present	County number prefix + bucking horse silhouette + digits (design has been trademarked and continuously used since 1935 — one of the most iconic and longest-running state plate designs in the US)	5-1234
1975–1988	County prefix + numeric ('Big Wyoming' tagline)	5-1234
1989–2001	County prefix + numeric ('Centennial' variant, Old Faithful geyser)	5-12345
2002–present	County prefix + digits + letter (refreshed bucking horse)	5-1234A
Specialty (parks, military, university)	Up to 7 characters with cause backgrounds	ABC 1234

Wyoming license plate laws you should know

Below are the four laws that most often trip up Wyoming drivers. Rules are enforced at the stop, the inspection station, and at registration renewal.

Two plates required

Wyoming requires two plates — front and rear — on every passenger vehicle under W.S. § 31-2-205. Failure to display either plate can result in fines.

Front plate rule

No exemption exists for vehicles lacking a front mounting bracket. Owners must install a bracket or face a citation under § 31-2-205.

Registration stickers & display

Wyoming issues a registration sticker affixed to the upper-right corner of the rear plate showing the month and year of expiration. Registration is renewed annually.

Inspection / smog check

Wyoming does NOT require statewide emissions testing or safety inspections for passenger vehicles. The state has no I/M program.

Types of Wyoming license plates

Wyoming issues dozens of plate designs. These are the main categories you'll encounter on the road or see at the DMV counter.

Standard Wyoming / Bucking Horse

Default plate with the trademarked bucking horse and rider silhouette (in continuous use since 1935 — one of the most iconic US plate designs) and county-number prefix. Two plates required.

Personalized / Vanity

Up to 7 characters on the standard or specialty backgrounds. $30 initial + $5/year through Wyoming DOT.

Disabled / Disabled Veteran

ISA wheelchair symbol; qualifies for accessible parking statewide. DV plates carry waived fees for qualifying veterans.

Military specialty

Purple Heart, Bronze Star, Silver Star, POW, Pearl Harbor Survivor, Gold Star Family, and branch-specific plates.

Special interest

Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton, U of Wyoming Cowboys, Wildlife, Pioneer, and dozens of cause plates.

Antique / Pioneer

For vehicles 25+ years old (Antique) and 50+ years old (Pioneer). Restricted to occasional use.

How much does a Wyoming license plate cost?

Typical Wyoming DMV fees for plates, registration, and related services. Always confirm current amounts on the official DMV site before paying.

Annual registration (passenger, varies by county + vehicle value)	$60–$200+ (state fee + county fee + county property tax)
Replacement plate (per pair)	$5
Personalized plate (initial)	$30
Personalized plate (annual)	$5
Title fee	$15
County property tax	Set by county; varies significantly across Wyoming's 23 counties

Source: Wyoming Department of Transportation — Motor Vehicle Services — https://wyoroad.info/wyoming-dot/agency-departments/motor-vehicle-services/

What if my Wyoming plate is lost, stolen, or damaged?

Follow these steps to replace a Wyoming license plate. Do not keep driving with a missing plate — it is a citable offense in most states.

1
File a police report immediately if the plates were stolen.
2
Visit your local County Treasurer's office (registration is handled at the county level in Wyoming).
3
Complete the Application for Replacement Plates with vehicle information.
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Pay the $5 replacement fee plus any county-specific charges.
5
Surrender any remaining plate from the pair before substitute plates are issued.

Wyoming DMV contact & privacy

Official agency

Wyoming Department of Transportation — Motor Vehicle Services

call1-307-777-4709

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DPPA privacy notice

Personal information tied to a Wyoming license plate — driver name, address, date of birth, phone number, email, and driving record — is protected by the federal Driver's Privacy Protection Act (18 U.S.C. § 2721) and is not returned by this site. This page and the lookup tool provide vehicle-level data only: make, model, year, trim, recalls, and safety ratings from NHTSA's public database.

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about Wyoming license plate lookups, DMV rules, and plate replacement.

How do I run a Wyoming license plate lookup?expand_more

Enter any Wyoming plate in the search field above and press Check Plate. You'll get the vehicle's make, model, year, trim, open NHTSA recalls, and crash ratings — free, no signup required. Vehicle data only; personal driver information is not returned.

Does Wyoming require a front license plate?expand_more

Yes. W.S. § 31-2-205 requires passenger vehicles to display two plates — one on the front and one on the rear. There is no exemption for vehicles sold without a front bracket.

How much does a replacement Wyoming plate cost?expand_more

The replacement fee is $5 plus any county-specific charges. Replacements are processed at your local County Treasurer's office.

What does the number on a Wyoming plate mean?expand_more

The leading number on a Wyoming plate is the county code, assigned in 1930 based on assessed property valuation: 1 = Natrona, 2 = Laramie, 3 = Sheridan, 4 = Sweetwater, 5 = Albany, and so on through 23 counties. Locals often use these numbers as shorthand for their county of residence.

Does a Wyoming license plate lookup show driver or owner information?expand_more

No. This lookup returns vehicle-level data only — make, model, year, recalls, and safety ratings. Personal driver and owner information is protected under the federal Driver's Privacy Protection Act (18 U.S.C. § 2721) and is not returned by free public lookups.

Does Wyoming require an inspection or emissions test?expand_more

No. Wyoming does not require statewide emissions testing or safety inspections for passenger vehicles. It's one of the states without an I/M program.

How do I get a personalized Wyoming plate?expand_more

Personalized plates are ordered through your County Treasurer or Wyoming DOT for $30 initial fee and $5 annual renewal — one of the cheapest vanity-plate renewals in the US. Up to 7 characters are allowed.

What is the bucking horse on the Wyoming plate?expand_more

The bucking horse and rider silhouette is a Wyoming state trademark, in continuous use on Wyoming license plates since 1935 — one of the longest-running and most iconic state plate designs in the US. The image was originally based on real Wyoming rodeo photography and is legally protected; the state controls its licensing.

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