The new, MA 1776 “250” plates have generated quite the buzz. We’ve had numerous clients trade in their old plates to get these new, passenger special series (PAS) plates.
The cost is $100 every 2 years (vs. regular, passenger plates which are $60 every 2 years).
Surprisingly, or maybe not, the plates are in such high demand that the RMV tells us they’ve run out of plates and it’s going to take 8 – 10 weeks for them to be issued.
In the meantime, however, the RMV will issue a paper, temporary plate until consumers receive their new plates.
We asked AI if it’s true that the RMV has run out of new 1776 “250” plates:
Yes, due to unexpectedly high demand, the Massachusetts RMV is currently experiencing an 8–10 week delivery delay for the new MA-250 special license plates. The information you received from the RMV is accurate.
Here is what you need to know about the delay:
- Official notice: The RMV has issued a training update for dealerships and other partners to inform customers of the delay. An email was also sent to recent customers who ordered the plates.
- Temporary plates: Customers who do not have existing plates when they order will be issued temporary plates to use while they wait for their permanent ones. If your temporary plates expire before the new ones arrive, you can renew them online.
- High demand: The plates were made available on May 22, 2025, and the surge in orders has led to a production and delivery backlog.