5 ECL private number plate
A dateless private plate in the one number followed by three letters format with spotted history recorded on Plate Circle.
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Sales history
- 16 Jul 2014DVLA Auction£1,600Hammer priceEstimated total paid by the buyer, including fees: £2,074
Plate history
This plate's journey, as recorded by DVLA, DVSA, and the Plate Circle community.
- Likely on retentionto now · no vehicle on the MOT records
- On a silver Land Rover Defenderto
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 5 ECL
5 ECL is a four character dateless registration in a numbers-first, one number followed by three letters format. The single digit 5 at the start positions it as a low number, which generally holds stronger appeal. Its short, dateless style gives it a clean look associated with earlier registration eras.
This registration is likely to attract buyers seeking distinctive initials. ECL is a mid-market initial set with a broad potential audience, making it a versatile choice for personalising a vehicle. The compact four-character layout is also a significant draw, maintaining a desirable brevity.
The plate was first released to the open market via DVLA auction in 2014. It sold for £1,600 (hammer price). With auction fees, the estimated total paid by the buyer was £2,074.
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- Is 5 ECL for sale?
- Not currently. 5 ECL previously sold for £2,074 (see Sales history above). Follow to be notified if a listing is added.
- What type of plate is 5 ECL?
- 5 ECL is a dateless private number plate with a format of one number followed by three letters.
- Can I follow 5 ECL 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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