HB02 OCT for Sale

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Plate Details

HB02 OCT is a current-style registration issued in March 2002. Current style plates use a two-letter area code, a two-digit year code (02), and a three-letter random sequence. The 02 area code identifies it as originating from the Bournemouth DVLA office, covering South West England. Under DVLA rules, this plate can be assigned to any vehicle first registered in March 2002 or earlier — it cannot make a vehicle appear newer than it actually is.

Registration History

HB02 OCT was first made available in March 2002, issued by the Bournemouth DVLA office covering South West England.

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Frequently Asked Questions

• What could HB02 OCT represent? +
  Many people would see HB02 OCT as representing the name or word Oct. As with all personalised number plates, the registration has no official meaning — it is a combination of letters and numbers issued by the DVLA that buyers choose for its personal significance.
• Where is the cheapest place to buy HB02 OCT? +
  NewReg.co.uk currently lists HB02 OCT at £545, with a total all-in cost from £625 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 £55 per month (0% APR, subject to status).
• Why are some HB02 OCT 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 HB02 OCT. The genuine market value of HB02 OCT reflects its specific characteristics — plate format, letter combination, rarity and any name or word that buyers may associate with it. NewReg lists HB02 OCT at £545 — the true market price — with a price match guarantee: if you find HB02 OCT legitimately offered cheaper by another UK dealer, we will beat that price.
• What is included when I buy HB02 OCT from NewReg? +
  Your purchase of HB02 OCT 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.
• What year is the HB02 number plate? +
  The 02 year code on HB02 OCT identifies it as a March 2002 registration. Current style plates are issued by the DVLA twice a year — in March and September.
• Where was HB02 OCT originally issued? +
  The HB area code on HB02 OCT identifies it as having been issued by the Bournemouth DVLA office, covering the South West England area of the UK.
• Can I put HB02 OCT on my car? +
  Under DVLA rules, a number plate cannot make a vehicle appear newer than it is. HB02 OCT can be assigned to a vehicle first registered in March 2002 or earlier — it cannot be placed on a vehicle registered after that date.
• Can I buy HB02 OCT on finance? +
  Yes — HB02 OCT is eligible for 0% APR finance through NewReg's finance partner. Based on the current price of £545, monthly payments start from approximately £55. Finance is available on plates priced between £250 and £25,000, subject to status and approval.
• Does NewReg offer a price guarantee on HB02 OCT? +
  Yes. NewReg guarantees you will not find HB02 OCT 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 HB02 OCT? +
  The all-in cost of buying HB02 OCT from NewReg is £625. This breaks down as: plate price £545 + VAT £109 + 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.
• What does HB02 OCT mean as a personalised plate? +
  As a personalised number plate, HB02 OCT is most often chosen because it reads as the name or word Oct. The DVLA issues registrations based on a formula of letters and numbers — the personal meaning comes from how buyers interpret the combination. HB02 OCT is a popular choice for anyone named Oct or with a personal or professional connection to that word.