The NISSAN MICRA (2003-10) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.6 16V 110 ACTIVE LUXURY is a small five-door hatchback in the UK’s supermini and city-car market. Its size makes it easy to park and manoeuvre, while the five-door layout gives access for passengers and shopping. The 1.6-litre version is a livelier choice than many standard Micras. mycarcheck.com has 23 checks across 11 VINs, a modest sample rather than a picture of every car. The checks show an average private-sale valuation of £1,800, average recorded mileage of 104,000 miles and annual use of 6,000 miles. Cars had about 4.5 previous keepers on average. Check the car’s history and condition carefully. It suits commuters and first-time drivers wanting practical transport, with extra pace for joining roads than smaller-engined rivals. Against Ford Fiesta and Vauxhall Corsa alternatives, the Micra is known for approachable controls and styling; Active Luxury trim adds a comfort-focused feel. Expect an older used car, so inspect it.