8 YX private number plate

8 YX is a three-character dateless UK private registration. Its format is a single number followed by two letters, commonly referred to as N LL. This style of registration does not show a year identifier, contributing to the timeless look associated with dateless plates. The number 8 is at the lower end of the single-digit band, which typically holds stronger appeal than higher numbers or those with more digits.

The initials YX are of niche to low demand, suggesting a degree of rarity. As a dateless registration, 8 YX has the clean aesthetic often sought by collectors who value brevity and historic appeal. The YX pairing is historically associated with the London Central area, from the pre-2001 two-letter coding, and its survival represents a finite commodity from registration history. The plate has a recorded sale history, having achieved a hammer price of £17,010 with an estimated buyer total of £21,841 at a DVLA Auction on 19 May 2020.

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