GLA 2S private number plate

GLA 2S is a five-character suffix-style registration, presented in the three letters followed by one number, one letter format with three letters followed by one number and one letter. The number 2 takes a prominent position within the structure, appealing to those who prefer lower digits. Numbers in the 2 to 9 range are generally more sought after than double-digit combinations. This clean, shorter format often presents a strong visual appeal.

The initials GLA could appeal to individuals with those personal initials, or perhaps represent a business name or organisation. Similarly, the standalone S at the end might represent a second initial, surname, or a significant word for some buyers. This specific registration was released to the open market via DVLA auction in 2007. It sold for £800 (hammer price). With auction fees, the estimated total paid by the buyer was £1,010. The suffix format, of which GLA 2S is an example, was first introduced in the UK in 1963. The 'S' year identifier in the suffix system broadly covers registrations from August 1977 to July 1978.

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