17 S private number plate
A dateless private plate in the two numbers followed by one letter format with spotted history recorded on Plate Circle.
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Sales history
- 25 Oct 1999DVLA Auction£6,600Hammer priceEstimated total paid by the buyer, including fees: £8,531
Plate history
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- On a blue Land Rover Range Roverto now
Based on daily checks of DVSA MOT records since 12 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 17 S
The three-character dateless registration 17 S offers a concise and distinctive format. As a dateless plate, it does not show a year identifier, providing the clean look associated with older registrations. This format, characterising early UK number plates, is generally more sought after due to its historical appeal.
With its single number followed by a single letter, 17 S has strong potential as a personal initials plate. The 'S' offers a broad base of appeal for individuals whose names or surnames begin with this letter. Dateless registrations of this structure, especially those with fewer characters, tend to hold considerable collector interest.
From a historical perspective, the 'S' served as an area code for Edinburgh during the earliest days of vehicle registration. This connection to Scotland's capital adds a layer of geographic provenance to the plate, potentially appealing to those with ties to the region.
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- Is 17 S for sale?
- Not currently. 17 S previously sold for £8,531 (see Sales history above). Follow to be notified if a listing is added.
- What type of plate is 17 S?
- 17 S is a dateless private number plate with a format of two numbers followed by one letter.
- Can I follow 17 S for updates?
- Yes. Use Follow This Plate above to be notified when new sightings, listings, sales history or community updates are added.
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