ROO 173Y for Sale

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Plate Details

ROO 173Y is a suffix-style registration. The suffix letter Y at the end of the plate identifies it as a 1982 registration. Suffix plates were the standard UK format from 1963 to 1983. Under DVLA rules, ROO 173Y can be assigned to any vehicle first registered in 1982 or earlier. Suffix plates with strong initials or short numbers are among the most collectable formats available.

Investment & Value

ROO 173Y 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. ROO 173Y has DVLA auction history, having been offered at a DVLA auction in January 2010. DVLA auction appearances are selected by the DVLA for their perceived desirability — it is a recognised mark of a plate's collectability and historical market recognition. 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

ROO 173Y was first made available in January 2010. The original issuing office for this combination is Essex C.C.. Local council and county borough offices issued plates within their geographic area — the issuing office identifies the regional origin of the registration. ROO 173Y has DVLA auction history, having been offered at a DVLA auction in January 2010. The DVLA cherished transfer programme was launched in 1989, opening previously reserved registrations to the public for the first time. Plates are selected for DVLA auctions based on their perceived collectability and desirability — an auction appearance is a recognised indicator of a registration's historical market standing and collector appeal.

Why buy from NewReg?

Frequently Asked Questions

• What type of number plate is ROO 173Y? +
  ROO 173Y 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 ROO 173Y? +
  NewReg.co.uk currently lists ROO 173Y at £12,575, with a total all-in cost from £15,170 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 £1,267 per month (0% APR, subject to status).
• Why are some ROO 173Y 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 ROO 173Y. The genuine market value of ROO 173Y reflects its specific characteristics — plate format, letter combination, rarity and any name or word that buyers may associate with it. NewReg lists ROO 173Y at £12,575 — the true market price — with a price match guarantee: if you find ROO 173Y legitimately offered cheaper by another UK dealer, we will beat that price.
• What is included when I buy ROO 173Y from NewReg? +
  Your purchase of ROO 173Y 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 ROO 173Y first issued? +
  ROO 173Y was first made available at a DVLA auction in January 2010, when the registration was released to the public for the first time. Separately, the plate format identifies ROO 173Y as a 1982 registration — this determines which vehicles it can be assigned to. Under DVLA rules, ROO 173Y can be placed on any vehicle first registered in 1982 or earlier.
• Can I put ROO 173Y on my car? +
  Under DVLA rules, a number plate cannot make a vehicle appear newer than it is. ROO 173Y can be assigned to a vehicle first registered in 1982 or earlier — it cannot be placed on a vehicle registered after that date.
• Can I buy ROO 173Y on finance? +
  Yes — ROO 173Y is eligible for 0% APR finance through NewReg's finance partner. Based on the current price of £12,575, monthly payments start from approximately £1,267. Finance is available on plates priced between £250 and £25,000, subject to status and approval.
• Does NewReg offer a price guarantee on ROO 173Y? +
  Yes. NewReg guarantees you will not find ROO 173Y 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/
• Has ROO 173Y ever appeared at a DVLA auction? +
  Yes — ROO 173Y has DVLA auction history, having been offered at a DVLA auction in January 2010. DVLA auction appearances are a mark of a registration's rarity and desirability.
• What is the total cost of buying ROO 173Y? +
  The all-in cost of buying ROO 173Y from NewReg is £15,170. This breaks down as: plate price £12,575 + VAT £2,515 + 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 ROO 173Y a good investment? +
  Personalised number plates have a strong track record as alternative investments. ROO 173Y 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.