HO02 DAT for Sale

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Plate Details

HO02 DAT 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 Portsmouth DVLA office, covering South East 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

HO02 DAT was first made available in March 2002, issued by the Portsmouth DVLA office covering South East England.

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Frequently Asked Questions

• What could HO02 DAT represent? +
  Many people would see HO02 DAT as representing the name or word Hooda. 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 HO02 DAT? +
  NewReg.co.uk currently lists HO02 DAT at £875, with a total all-in cost from £955 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 £82 per month (0% APR, subject to status).
• Why are some HO02 DAT 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 HO02 DAT. The genuine market value of HO02 DAT reflects its specific characteristics — plate format, letter combination, rarity and any name or word that buyers may associate with it. NewReg lists HO02 DAT at £875 — the true market price — with a price match guarantee: if you find HO02 DAT legitimately offered cheaper by another UK dealer, we will beat that price.
• What is included when I buy HO02 DAT from NewReg? +
  Your purchase of HO02 DAT 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 HO02 number plate? +
  The 02 year code on HO02 DAT identifies it as a March 2002 registration. Current style plates are issued by the DVLA twice a year — in March and September.
• Where was HO02 DAT originally issued? +
  The HO area code on HO02 DAT identifies it as having been issued by the Portsmouth DVLA office, covering the South East England area of the UK.
• Can I put HO02 DAT on my car? +
  Under DVLA rules, a number plate cannot make a vehicle appear newer than it is. HO02 DAT 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 HO02 DAT on finance? +
  Yes — HO02 DAT is eligible for 0% APR finance through NewReg's finance partner. Based on the current price of £875, monthly payments start from approximately £82. Finance is available on plates priced between £250 and £25,000, subject to status and approval.
• Does NewReg offer a price guarantee on HO02 DAT? +
  Yes. NewReg guarantees you will not find HO02 DAT 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 HO02 DAT? +
  The all-in cost of buying HO02 DAT from NewReg is £955. This breaks down as: plate price £875 + VAT £175 + 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 HO02 DAT mean as a personalised plate? +
  As a personalised number plate, HO02 DAT is most often chosen because it reads as the name or word Hooda. The DVLA issues registrations based on a formula of letters and numbers — the personal meaning comes from how buyers interpret the combination. HO02 DAT is a popular choice for anyone named Hooda or with a personal or professional connection to that word.