CAM 8S private number plate

CAM 8S is a suffix-style UK private number plate with a five-character format, comprising three letters followed by a space and two characters. This style of registration, featuring a letter followed by numbers and then other letters, was first introduced in 1963, however, this specific registration was released to the open market via DVLA auction in 2023. It sold for £7,832 (hammer price).

The registration offers a clear potential reading for enthusiasts of BMW M models, specifically the BMW M2S. The structure of the plate, with CAM forming a recognisable initial set and the 8 S providing a plausible suffix, lends itself to this particular vehicle association.

The presence of the number 8 as a leading character within the numerical part of the registration also aligns with the "low number" category, suggesting a potentially higher degree of collector interest for users prioritising number sequences. The format of three letters followed by two characters is a familiar and accessible style, offering a concise and readable registration.

This registration was released to the open market via DVLA auction in 2023.

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