MAZDA 3 (2004-09) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.6 105 TS2 AUTO4 is a five-door family hatchback in the UK’s popular small-car class. It sits between city cars and larger family models, offering an automatic gearbox and useful everyday practicality. It suits commuting, errands and weekend trips, with room for passengers and luggage. mycarcheck.com records 81 look-ups covering 58 distinct VINs, a useful snapshot of cars checked rather than a complete market census. Across those examples, average private-sale value is £1,400, average recorded mileage is 100,000 miles, and annual mileage averages 5,000 miles; cars had around three previous keepers, reported in this sample. The 1.6-litre petrol engine and TS2 trim make this Mazda 3 a straightforward, comfortable all-rounder, with a more engaging feel than many family hatchbacks of its era. It is worth comparing with the Ford Focus, Vauxhall Astra and Toyota Corolla; buyers should check service history, condition and automatic operation before choosing.