What does SM12 COB mean as a number plate?

A SM12 COB number plate contains the character combination "SM12 COB". These personalised plates are sought after for their short, memorable format and symmetrical pattern.

How many SM12 COB number plates are available?

There are currently 676 SM12 COB number plates available at NewReg. Stock changes regularly as plates are sold and new listings are added.

Can I put a SM12 COB number plate on any car?

Under DVLA rules a number plate cannot make a vehicle look newer than it is. SM12 COB carries a March 2012 year identifier, so it can only be assigned to a vehicle first registered on or after March 2012.

What is the cheapest SM12 COB number plate?

The cheapest SM12 COB number plate at NewReg currently starts from £250.

Are SM12 COB number plates a good investment?

Short combination number plates like SM12 COB patterns tend to hold their value well over time. Their rarity, memorability, and broad appeal make them popular choices for buyers seeking investment-grade private registrations.

Buy SM12 COB Number Plates | From £250 | 676 Available

Number Plates for ‘SM12 COB’

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JA11 COB£8,990Buy
JA71 COB£4,095Buy
JA14 COB£3,995Buy
JA18 COB£3,245Buy
JA60 COB£2,599Buy
MY11 COB£2,445Buy
HE12 COB£2,345Buy
CL10 COB£2,235Buy
GY53 COB£2,085Buy
WE60 COB£2,045Buy
Dateless plates
90 COBPrice on applicationEnquire
Prefix platesView all →
Y14 COB£9,990Buy
P33 COB£7,195Buy
Y50 COB£7,195Buy
J417 COB£3,995Buy
J441 COB£3,795Buy
J21 COB£3,345Buy
J90 COB£2,945Buy
J26 COB£2,345Buy
J29 COB£2,345Buy
E26 COB£2,195Buy
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COB 70Y£17,835Buy
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676 platesFrom £250March 2012 or newer

Short combination plates like SM12 COB are sought after for their symmetry and memorability. Under DVLA rules a plate cannot make a vehicle look newer than it is, so SM12 COB can only be assigned to a vehicle first registered on or after March 2012.

Popular SM12 COB format plates include short private registrations prized for their symmetry and memorability. Under DVLA rules a plate cannot make a vehicle look newer than it is, so SM12 COB can only be assigned to a vehicle first registered on or after March 2012.

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