TA Trailer (3,000 pounds or less) License Plates Guide
A trailer is defined as "Every vehicle without motive power in operation, other than a pole trailer, designed for carrying persons or property and for being drawn by a motor vehicle and so constructed that no part of its weight rests upon the towing vehicle" (625 ILCS 5/1-209). One plate is issued to each trailer. TA trailer license plates have either all numerals or numerals with a two alpha suffix.
Fees
Random License Plates FeesNewly acquired vehicle/first-time issuance
| Weight | May 1-July 31 | August 1-Oct. 31 | Nov. 1-Jan. 31 | Feb. 1-April 30 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3,000 or less |
$191 ($155 title fee + $36 registration fee) |
$182 ($155 title fee + $27 registration fee) |
$173 ($155 title fee + $18 registration fee) |
$164 ($155 title fee + $9 registration fee) |
Currently titled vehicle/first-time issuance
| Weight | May 1-July 31 | August 1-Oct. 31 | Nov. 1-Jan. 31 | Feb. 1-April 30 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3,000 or less | $36 | $27 | $18 | $9 |
Current plates expire within 90 days
- 3,000 or less — $62 ($36 registration fee + $26 replacement fee)
- 3,000 or less — $26 ($26 replacement fee)
- 3,000 or less — $36 ($36 registration fee)
Availability
- Not eligible as Vanity or Personalized
- Not eligible for Benefit Access Program
Renewal Methods
- TA Trailer (3,000 pounds or less) license plates can be renewed online, by mail, touch-tone phone, or visit a Secretary of State Facility.