1 USE private number plate
Sold-price history for 1 USE, verified auction and sale records collected by Plate Circle.
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Sales history
- 29 Jul 2025DVLA Auction£12,880Hammer priceEstimated total paid by the buyer, including fees: £16,538
Plate history
This plate's journey, as recorded by DVLA, DVSA, and the Plate Circle community.
- First seen on a black Ferrari 296 Gts S-Ato now
- Likely on retentionto · no vehicle on the MOT records
Based on daily checks of DVSA MOT records since 13 Jul 2026. "Likely on retention" means no vehicle showed this plate; it could also be on a new, SORN or exempt vehicle. Not an official DVLA record.
About private number plate 1 USE
The number 1 in 1 USE immediately signifies its premium appeal, setting it apart for buyers valuing definitive and singular representations. As the pinnacle number for any set of initials, number 1 plates carry a distinct level of collector interest, representing the ultimate in personal registration. The short, four-character format of 1 USE contributes further to its desirability, offering a clean and highly memorable registration.
This plate is a dateless registration, meaning it does not display a year identifier. Such registrations have the clean look associated with dateless plates, and their appeal is often linked to their historical context and simpler aesthetic. Historically noted for their desirability, very short dateless formats are recognised for their collector appeal. The structure of 1 USE, featuring one number followed by three letters, aligns with a format that first gained traction in the mid-20th century. This particular registration style traces its origins to the period between 1953 and 1963.
The initials USE offer a straightforward reading that may appeal to individuals or businesses associated with usage, needs, or services. While the initials themselves are within the niche to lower demand category, their combination with the highly prized number 1 elevates the overall appeal significantly. The appeal of 1 USE is primarily driven by its status as a number 1 plate and its attractive, short dateless format, offering a strong foundation for personal or brand identity.
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- Is 1 USE for sale?
- Not currently. 1 USE previously sold for £16,538 (see Sales history above). Follow to be notified if a listing is added.
- What type of plate is 1 USE?
- 1 USE is a dateless private number plate with a format of one number followed by three letters.
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- Yes. Use Follow This Plate above to be notified when new sightings, listings, sales history or community updates are added.
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