The VAUXHALL ASTRA (2012-16) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.4 T 16V 140 EU5 SE 6SPD is a five-door family hatchback, sitting in the UK’s popular middle-sized class alongside the Ford Focus and Volkswagen Golf. Its 1.4-litre turbo petrol engine gives it more flexibility than a basic small hatch, while the six-speed manual suits everyday road use. mycarcheck.com has recorded 159 look-ups covering 71 different VINs, a useful sample of interest in this model. Checks show an average private-sale valuation of £4,200 and average recorded mileage of 76,000 miles; annual mileage averages 8,000. Cars in the sample had around three previous keepers on average. These figures are guides, not a price promise, and each car’s condition and history matter. The SE trim makes this Astra a comfortable, practical choice for commuting, school runs and small families, with useful cabin space and a composed feel. It offers a sensible, well-rounded alternative to class favourites.