8 OD private number plate
A dateless private plate in the one number followed by two letters format with spotted history recorded on Plate Circle.
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Sales history
- 12 Oct 1995DVLA Auction£2,300Hammer priceEstimated total paid by the buyer, including fees: £2,973
Plate history
This plate's journey, as recorded by DVLA, DVSA, and the Plate Circle community.
- On a green Aston Martin Db7to 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 8 OD
The dateless registration 8 OD is a short, three-character plate with a number-letter layout, beginning with a single digit followed by two letters. This format is associated with earlier issue periods and has the clean look associated with dateless registrations.
The single digit 8, especially combined with the letters OD, could form the word "BOD", as in body. This reading offers a distinct and direct personalisation angle. The letters OD also present mid-market initials, appealing to individuals or businesses with those initials.
Originally issued in Exeter (Devon), the 8 OD plate offers a straightforward and memorable presentation. Plates with fewer characters typically create a cleaner and more distinct appearance, and this one-by-two arrangement is known for its visual appeal. The strong desirability stems from its short format and initials potential.
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- Is 8 OD for sale?
- Not currently. 8 OD previously sold for £2,973 (see Sales history above). Follow to be notified if a listing is added.
- What type of plate is 8 OD?
- 8 OD is a dateless private number plate with a format of one number followed by two letters.
- Can I follow 8 OD 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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