1 KXS private number plate

The number plate 1 KXS is a distinctive example of a number 1 registration, pairing the pinnacle digit with the initials KXS. In the private number plate market, the number 1 is in a class of its own and is generally considered the definitive number for any set of initials, making it substantially more sought after than the same letters with a number 2 or any other digit. This makes the plate a powerful choice for an individual or company with the initials KXS.

With just four characters, 1 KXS has a short and balanced appearance. It is a dateless registration, which means it does not show a year identifier, giving it a clean look suited to a wide range of vehicles. The format consists of a single number followed by three letters, a style that benefits from being simple and easy to read.

The registration has clear historical roots. 1 KXS is a reverse-style dateless plate originally issued in Edinburgh, Scotland, with a format associated with the period from circa 1953 to 1963. Its survival from this era adds to its collector appeal.

The desirability of this specific registration is reflected in its public sales history. In August 2023, 1 KXS was sold at a DVLA auction for a hammer price of £9,180, with an estimated total for the buyer reaching £11,787.

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