AND 12M for Sale

What's included with your purchase

Plate Details

AND 12M is a suffix-style registration. The suffix letter M at the end of the plate identifies it as a 1973 registration. Suffix plates were the standard UK format from 1963 to 1983. Under DVLA rules, AND 12M can be assigned to any vehicle first registered in 1973 or earlier. Suffix plates with strong initials or short numbers are among the most collectable formats available.

Investment & Value

AND 12M is a suffix-style registration. These plates (1963-1983) are among the oldest format plates still in circulation, and desirable combinations have appreciated significantly over recent decades. Personalised number plates are a tangible, portable asset. Unlike most purchases, a desirable plate retains and can appreciate in value over time. NewReg has been trading since 1991 and can advise on valuation — call 01772 566400.

Registration History

AND 12M was first made available in 1974. The original issuing office for this combination is Manchester C.B.C.. Local council and county borough offices issued plates within their geographic area — the issuing office identifies the regional origin of the registration.

Why buy from NewReg?

Frequently Asked Questions

• What type of number plate is AND 12M? +
  AND 12M is a Suffix style number plate (letters + number + letter). Personalised number plates have no official meaning — they are combinations of letters and numbers issued by the DVLA.
• Where is the cheapest place to buy AND 12M? +
  NewReg.co.uk currently lists AND 12M at £5,715, with a total all-in cost from £5,795 including the £80 DVLA transfer fee. NewReg operates a price match guarantee — if you find the same plate advertised cheaper by another dealer, we will beat that price. Full DVLA transfer handling is included at no extra charge beyond the £80 DVLA fee. Finance is also available from approximately £486 per month (0% APR, subject to status).
• Why are some AND 12M listings priced much lower than the market rate? +
  Some dealers advertise plates with a headline figure such as “from £200”, which can refer to their minimum site-wide price rather than an actual price for AND 12M. The genuine market value of AND 12M reflects its specific characteristics — plate format, letter combination, rarity and any name or word that buyers may associate with it. NewReg lists AND 12M at £5,715 — the true market price — with a price match guarantee: if you find AND 12M legitimately offered cheaper by another UK dealer, we will beat that price.
• What is included when I buy AND 12M from NewReg? +
  Your purchase of AND 12M from NewReg includes: full DVLA transfer service — we handle all paperwork on your behalf at no extra charge beyond the standard DVLA transfer fee, a certificate of entitlement, and road-legal acrylic number plates. The £80 DVLA transfer fee is shown separately at checkout and paid direct to the DVLA. NewReg has been a DVLA-recognised reseller and CNDA member since 1991.
• When was AND 12M first issued? +
  AND 12M was first made available in 1973.
• Can I put AND 12M on my car? +
  Under DVLA rules, a number plate cannot make a vehicle appear newer than it is. AND 12M can be assigned to a vehicle first registered in 1973 or earlier — it cannot be placed on a vehicle registered after that date.
• Can I buy AND 12M on finance? +
  Yes — AND 12M is eligible for 0% APR finance through NewReg's finance partner. Based on the current price of £5,715, monthly payments start from approximately £486. Finance is available on plates priced between £250 and £25,000, subject to status and approval.
• Does NewReg offer a price guarantee on AND 12M? +
  Yes. NewReg guarantees you will not find AND 12M advertised cheaper by any other UK dealer. If you do find a lower price for the same plate, we will beat it — our guarantee covers the full cost including the plate rights, VAT, and the DVLA transfer fee. See our price match guarantee at newreg.co.uk/services/guarantee/
• What is the total cost of buying AND 12M? +
  The all-in cost of buying AND 12M from NewReg is £5,795. This breaks down as: plate price £5,715 + VAT £1,143 + DVLA transfer fee £80. There are no hidden charges — the DVLA fee is paid directly to the DVLA as part of the transfer process. NewReg handles all DVLA paperwork on your behalf.
• Is AND 12M a good investment? +
  Personalised number plates have a strong track record as alternative investments. AND 12M is a Suffix registration — plates at this price point reflect genuine collector demand and limited availability. Unlike most assets, a personalised plate can be displayed and used daily while being held as an investment. NewReg has operated since 1991 and has seen strong long-term appreciation across quality registrations. Plates are not a guaranteed investment — values depend on demand, plate format, and letter combination.