Will ‘Imran Khan 804’ Become Pakistan’s Most Expensive Number Plate?
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Excise, Taxation, and Anti-Narcotics Department has announced a mega auction of personalized vehicle registration numbers.
Scheduled for January 27, 2026, the event will feature several highly sought-after alphanumeric combinations, including the number “804” paired with the name of former Prime Minister Imran Khan.
This move follows a growing trend in Pakistan where provincial governments utilize the sale of premium number plates to generate significant non-tax revenue.
The Significance of the 804 Number Plate
The inclusion of the number “804” has gathered considerable attention on social media. The digits gained symbolic importance among supporters of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) after Imran Khan was assigned the prisoner number 804 during his incarceration.
According to a Dawn News report, the KP government expects this specific plate to fetch a record-breaking price due to its political and sentimental value. Other personalized categories, including “Triple-7” and single-digit plates, will also be available.
Boosting Provincial Revenue
The KP Excise Department has been modernizing its registration systems to compete with similar initiatives in Punjab and Sindh. By offering personalized vanity plates, the government aims to cater to luxury car owners who wish to give their vehicles a unique identity.
The revenue generated from these auctions is typically funneled into provincial development projects. Previous auctions in other provinces have seen “001” and “786” numbers sell for millions of rupees, indicating strong demand for exclusivity among Pakistani motorists.
How to Participate in the Auction
The auction is set to take place on January 27 at a designated venue in Peshawar. Applicants must register with the Excise Department and submit a security deposit to qualify to bid.
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Final Takeaway
The upcoming KP auction offers collectors a unique opportunity to own a piece of contemporary political history. With “Imran Khan 804” as the highlight, the event is expected to draw a massive crowd. Detailed registration procedures and the final list of available numbers will be published on the official KP Excise website shortly.
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