3 OXM private number plate

3 OXM is a dateless UK private registration with a four-character format, comprising one number followed by three letters. Its concise layout and dateless quality contribute to its appeal, offering a clean and timeless appearance that does not show a year identifier.

The number 3 is one of the lower single digits, which can often be more sought after than higher numbers or multi-digit sequences. Paired with the initials OXM, this gives the registration a distinct character. While OXM initials are considered to have niche to low demand, the strength of the low number and short dateless format can offer broader appeal to collectors seeking specific styles over common initials.

Dateless registrations from the era around 1953 to 1963, particularly those with fewer characters, are historically desirable due to their scarcity and association with the earliest periods of UK vehicle registration. This format, with numbers preceding letters, does not automatically qualify as a cherished registration without proof of pre-1963 issuance from a specific authority.

This specific registration was released to the open market via DVLA auction in 2018. It sold for £2,074 (hammer price).

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