The 116th open auction for distinguished vehicle number plates, organised by the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), generated Dhs 69.137 million.
The auction was held at the Jumeirah Beach Hotel in Dubai.
The highest bid was recorded for plate number (AA17), which sold for Dhs 8.02 million, followed by plate number (Y1000) at Dhs 4.55 million, plate number (V96) for Dhs 4.1 million, and plate number (AA333), which fetched Dhs 3.01 million.
The auction featured 90 distinguished plates comprising 2, 3, 4, and 5-digit numbers across various categories, including (AA, L, N, P, Q, R, S, T, U, V, W, X, Y, Z).
RTA employs a well-planned strategy for offering distinguished numbers through public and online auctions.
This strategy ensures neutrality, transparency, and equal opportunities for number plate enthusiasts. These plates often carry personal significance, representing important occasions, events, or milestones in the lives of their owners.
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