Post 1973 Registration Numbers

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Post 1973 Registration Numbers

Post by ArmySailor » Fri Jun 10, 2022 8:12 am

Trying to get a handle on the registration numbers of Post-1973 non-tactical vehicles. From what I understand, a new system was used after '72 and instead of the older format, EG: 01D-36971, they used a new system EG: CA-5516. I find hints that this new systems decode thusly: The first started at AA-0001 and when 9999 was reached, it went to AB-0001 etc., etc. Can someone verify that or correct my understanding? I also understand that this system is still in use today, possibly excluding tactical vehicles. Many thanks.
Jim Allen

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