DVLA 'really pushes the boat out' with new personalised number plates ahead of update this week

There will be more than 2,000 lots on offer to cater to all motorists who want their car to match their own passions, with number plates starting from as little as £70.

The DVLA has highlighted several interesting number plates up for grabs, suited for those trying to celebrate the Olympic Games, European Championships and even "dad bods".

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These include EUR 70S, BL19 HTY, 6 RUN, VAU 7T and B33 AMS for sports fans, while music lovers can opt for SHE 24N, PR53 LEY or DAD 80D.

The first lot in the collection is 102A, with a starting price of £2,500, with the dateless number plate being the perfect addition to anyone's car.

Similarly priced plates that could be suitable for anyone born in specific years include 1987 A, 1986 M and 2000 O - all of which will start from £2,500.

Jody Davies, head of DVLA Personalised Registrations, spoke about the upcoming auction and what drivers can expect from the listings.

She commented: “We’ve really pushed the boat out for this auction to ensure motorists have more opportunities than ever to purchase their perfect personalised registration with us.

“All registrations have been carefully selected by DVLA, and there’s something for everyone with a wide selection of names and initials, along with dateless, vehicle-related, general interest and fun registrations on offer.”

The most recent auction, which ended on June 26, saw huge bids for the personalised number plates, with the most expensive, 1 OOG, being snapped up for £36,510.

Other plates that went under the hammer include 150 HO (£28,020), AVI 5 (£25,010), 115 SA (£23,510) and 154 L (£23,400).

Interestingly, number plates including BAD 80IS (£20,010) and BAN 61N (£17,610) were not as popular as other, shorter plates, despite the novelty meaning.

Using the DVLA personalised registrations website, drivers can look through more than 65 million registrations with combinations to suit tastes and budgets.

All DVLA Personalised Registration auctions are now held exclusively online, with the revenue raised being passed to HM Treasury.

The final in-person auction was held by the DVLA in Stratford Manor in October last year, with former Roads Minister Richard Holden saying it was a "great way" for drivers to get their hands on a plate that matches their style.

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He added: "With DVLA raising almost £15million in the past three auctions, I’m particularly excited to be on the podium for the last ever in-person auction to seal some of the bids and see people take home their perfect registration."