Car numbers with combination 400 It has long been a subject of increased attention among car owners. These numbers are associated with prestige, luck, and even mystical meanings, especially in Chinese culture, where the “4” symbolizes death and the “00” neutralizes negativity. In Russia, 400 They are valued for their brevity, memorability and status. But how much are these numbers actually worth in 2026? Where can you buy them legally, and where are you at risk of running into scammers?

In this article, we will analyze the current prices for the numbers of the series. 400 By region, we analyze the factors affecting the cost, and tell about all the legal nuances - from re-registration to checking for "cleanliness". You will also know why some of the rooms are 10 times the market price And how not to overpay for a fake. If you are planning to buy or sell such a number, this guide will help you avoid mistakes.

Why are the 400s so in demand?

Demand for car numbers with a combination 400 It is caused by several factors, and not all of them are rational. First of all, it's psychologicalShort and symmetrical numbers are easier to remember, and owners of such machines are often associated with successful people. Second, it plays a role. resource-limitation In each region, a fixed number of rooms is issued, and beautiful combinations are quickly disassembled.

Here are the key reasons for popularity:

  • 🔢 Briefness and memorability number A400AAA It is easier to read and remember than X123U.
  • 💎 Status Owning such a number emphasizes financial opportunities.
  • 📉 Investment potential Rare numbers will increase over time (for example, Moscow 400 over 5 years, they have increased in price by 30–50 percent.
  • 🎭 Superstitions and numerology In some cultures, 400 is considered a negative-negative combination.

Not all numbers, though. 400 equally valuable. For example, R400R It'll cost more than M400AAA, because of the letter combination. A room with a region 77 (Moscow) or 78 (St. Petersburg) It automatically receives a markup of 2-3 times compared to regional codes.

📊 Why do you need number 400?
For status
As an investment
I like the combination.
Other

Current prices for 400 rooms in 2026

Cost of series numbers 400 varies widely, from 50 000 before 2,000,000 rubles and higher. The main factors affecting the price:

  • 📍 Region Moscow and St. Petersburg rooms are 3-5 times more expensive than regional ones.
  • 🔤 letter-combination “Premium” letters (A, M, R, K) increase the cost.
  • 📅 Year of release Rooms older than 2010 may cost less because of the wear of the plate.
  • 📄 Legal purity Numbers with “history” (arrests, fines) are cheaper, but riskier.

Below is the table of average room prices 400 by region (data as of June 2026):

Region (code) Average price, rubles Examples of combinations Notes
77 (Moscow) 800 000 – 2 000 000 A400AAA, M400MM Most expensive because of demand
78 (St. Petersburg) 500 000 – 1 200 000 K400KK, R400R Prices are rising by 10-15% per year
50, 150 (Moscow region) 300 000 – 700 000 T400T, O400O Cheaper than Moscow, but demand is high
02, 23 (Regions of the Russian Federation) 50 000 – 200 000 X400XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX, U400U Price depends on the letters and condition

It is important to understand that prices in the secondary market may differ from the official ones. For example, through Public services or MREN number 400 cost 2,000 to 5,000 rubles (state duty), but the chance to get a beautiful combination is minimal - they are dismantled in the first minutes after appearing in the database.

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Number 400 with letters Aah!, MMM or PPR They can cost 2-3 times more than standard ones because of the collectible value.

There are several ways to purchase a number. 400But not all of them are safe. Let’s look at the legal and risky options:

✅ Legal ways

  • 📱 Public services You can try to catch the moment when the number appears in the database (rarely, but free of charge except for the state fee).
  • 🏛️ MREO - official re-registration when buying a car with the desired number.
  • 🤝 Private transactions - purchase from the owner with re-registration through the traffic police (requires verification of documents).
  • 🛒 Specialized sites - for example, Avito, Drom or Auto.ru (But the risk of fraud is high).

❌ Risky ways

  • 🕵️ Grey brokers They promise to “get” a room for money, but often sell fakes or numbers with problems.
  • 💳 Prepayment without guarantees The scammers take the money and disappear.
  • 📄 Fake PTS/STS Numbers can be wanted or with forged documents.

The most reliable way is to buy a car with an already set number. 400 and subsequent re-registration. In this case, you pay for the car, and the number is given as a gift. However, such transactions require careful verification:

Check the number on the traffic police website for arrests and fines |

Make sure the seller is the real owner (check passport and PTS) |

Check the history of the car through Autocode or CarVertical|

Make a contract of sale with the indication of the transfer of the number |-->

If the seller refuses to provide documents or rushes to a deal - this is a reason to be wary. In 2023, more than one was recorded. 1,200 fraud cases With beautiful rooms, so it is better to be safe.

What happens if you buy a room with problems?

If the number is wanted or with forged documents, it will be canceled, and you will be fined 2,500-5000 rubles (art. 12.2 Administrative Code. In the worst case, the car can be put in a parking lot until the circumstances are clarified.

In Russia. Direct sale of car numbers is prohibited as a stand-alone commodity. However, there are legal ways of transfer:

  1. Sale of numbered car The new owner can keep the number and the seller gets new ones.
  2. Giving a car If the car is transferred to a close relative, the number can be saved.
  3. Change of ownership through a general power of attorney (This is a risk because the power of attorney can be withdrawn).

Important: since 2020, amendments to the Rules of registration of the vehicle (Regulation No. 1764) have come into force, which have tightened control over the re-registration of numbers. Now, when you sell a car, The default numbers remain in the vehicleand the new owner may:

  • They will keep them (if they are clean).
  • Change to new ones (free at the first re-registration).
  • Return the old numbers to the previous owner (if he submits an application to the traffic police).

If you want to keep the number 400 After the sale of the car, you need to:

  1. Find a buyer who agrees to a deal with the preservation of numbers.
  2. Conclude a contract of sale with a note on the transfer of rights to numbers.
  3. Together with the buyer, contact the traffic police for re-registration.
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If you are selling a car with the number 400, indicate in the ad that you are ready to consider the option of saving the numbers for a surcharge. This will increase the interest of buyers.

How to check the number 400 before buying?

Before buying the room 400 Make sure to check it out for:

  1. Arrests and restrictions - Through the service check-up.
  2. Fines - On the website. INDU fines through Public services.
  3. Participation in a traffic accident through Autocode or CarVertical.
  4. Authenticity of documents - check the VIN, body number and PTS data.

Pay particular attention to the following points:

The number was issued less than 3 months ago (possible "resale" after receipt)|

The seller is not the owner of the car on PTS |

Documents have signs of forgery (blurred text, mismatch of seals)|

Price is much lower than the market (may be a trick of scammers)

If the number 400 It was issued recently (less than 6 months ago), which may mean that it was obtained through “gray” schemes (for example, using front persons). These numbers are often canceled after the traffic police checks.

⚠️ Attention.: Since 2023, the traffic police has tightened control over the resale of rooms. If the number was reissued more than 3 times a year, it can be recognized as “problem” and withdrawn.

How much can I earn on the sale of the number 400?

Series numbers 400 One of the few legal ways to make money on the subject of cars without investing in a car. For example, if you are lucky enough to get such a number through the traffic police (which is unlikely, but possible), it can be sold in the city. 5-10 times more expensivethan the cost of registration.

Let's look at the real cases:

  • 🚗 Moscow, A400AA 77 - bought for 2,000 rubles (state duty), sold for 1,200,000 rubles.
  • 🚖 St. Petersburg, M400MM 78 - bought for 5,000 rubles, sold for 850,000 rubles.
  • 🚘 Yekaterinburg, O400OO 66 - bought for 3,000 rubles, sold for 250,000 rubles.

But it's not that simple. To make money, you need:

  1. Find a buyer (it can take months).
  2. To make a deal legally (through the sale of a car or a general power of attorney).
  3. Pay income tax (13% for individuals).

If you plan to deal with resale of numbers systematically, register as an IP (on the USN 6%) and keep records of transactions. Otherwise, the tax authorities may consider the income as illegal.

⚠️ Attention.: Deals with numbers worth over 600,000 rubles may attract the attention of Rosfinmonitoring. Be prepared to provide documents confirming the source of funds.

Alternatives to 400: What else is in demand?

If the numbers 400 Too expensive or not available, look for other popular combinations:

Type of number Examples Average price, rubles Why is it in demand?
Triple digits A333AAA, M777MM 200 000 – 800 000 They are easily remembered and associated with good luck.
Mirror. A122A, M388M 150 000 – 600 000 Symmetry gives status.
With repeating letters AAA123, MMM456 100 000 – 500 000 Rarity of letter combinations
Numbers 1. A001AAA, M111MM 300 000 – 1 500 000 Associated with the first place

If you don't have enough budget 400You can consider numbers with combinations. 444, 404 or 488 They are cheaper, but they are also in demand.

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Numbers with letters And, M, RR and K They are always more expensive than others because of the limited number in the series.

FAQ: Frequent questions about 400 numbers

Can I buy the number 400 directly from the DHS?

No, traffic police do not sell numbers - they are issued randomly when registering a car. You can try to “catch” the number through Public services when you are in the database (for example, at night when the system is updated). The odds are minimal, but some car owners have been getting beautiful combinations so much.

How do I check if I am not on the 400?

Check the number on the official website of the traffic police (gibdd.rf/check/auto) or through a service Autocode. If the number is listed as lost or is wanted, it cannot be legally reissued.

How long does it take to re-register the number 400?

If you buy a car with a number and keep it for yourself, the procedure in the traffic police will take 1-3 hours (if all documents are available). If you have a general power of attorney, before 5 working days (including the verification of documents).

Can I sell the number 400 without a car?

No, by law, the numbers are not independent property. They can be sold only with the car or through schemes with a general power of attorney (which is risky). Direct sales of numbers are prohibited and may be considered fraud.

What taxes do you have to pay when selling the number 400?

If you sell a car with a number and earn income, you need to pay personal income tax from an amount over 250,000 rubles (13%). For example, if you bought a car for 500,000 rubles and sold it for 1,500,000 rubles (of which 1,000,000 rubles is the room value), the tax will be 13% of 1,000,000 rubles = 130,000 rubles.