CAR 5A private number plate
Sold-price history for CAR 5A, verified auction and sale records collected by Plate Circle.
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Sales history
- 19 May 2026DVLA Auction£12,010Hammer priceEstimated total paid by the buyer, including fees: £14,844
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
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 CAR 5A
CAR 5A is a suffix-style UK private registration. The format is three letters followed by a number and a letter, making it a five-character registration. The number 5 is a low number, which typically enhances visual appeal and can broaden collector interest.
The registration CAR 5A carries the initials CAR and A. Coupled with the suffix format, this registration is suited to owners seeking a recognisable and personal touch for their vehicle. The suffix era, into which this plate format falls, represents a significant period in the evolution of UK registration marks.
This specific registration was released to the open market via DVLA auction in 2026. It sold for £12,010 (hammer price). With auction fees, the estimated total paid by the buyer was £14,844.
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- Is CAR 5A for sale?
- Not currently. CAR 5A previously sold for £14,844 (see Sales history above). Follow to be notified if a listing is added.
- What type of plate is CAR 5A?
- CAR 5A is a suffix private number plate with a format of three letters followed by one number, one letter.
- Can I follow CAR 5A 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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