PAT 3K private number plate

The suffix registration PAT 3K offers a distinctive combination of letters and numbers, issued between August 1971 and July 1972. Its format, consisting of three letters followed by a number and then a letter, presents a clean and memorable five-character layout. The presence of the initials PAT provides a strong personal connection angle, with 'PAT' being a mid-market popularity set, suggesting a broad potential appeal to individuals with those initials. The number 3, while a low single-digit number, is embedded within the registration, making it less prominent than a leading number but still contributing to a concise overall appearance.

This registration has a history of strong buyer interest, evidenced by a verified sale at DVLA auction on 24 May 2022, where the hammer price was £7,801, with an estimated buyer total of £10,0165. Suffix era registrations from the early 1970s typically hold collector appeal due to their age and the distinct visual era they represent. The format of LLL NL is a classic suffix style, and the plate's character count of five ensures a relatively compact appearance.

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