The VAUXHALL ASTRA (2009-14) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.4 16V EU5 100 SRI is a five-door family hatchback, sitting in the UK’s popular small-family-car class alongside the Ford Focus and Volkswagen Golf. It offers a practical step up from a city car, with useful rear doors and space for everyday passengers and shopping. The model is suited to commuting, school runs and weekend trips, and can work for couples, small families or first-time buyers seeking a straightforward, versatile used car. Mycarcheck.com users made 5,164 checks across 2,290 distinct VINs, a substantial sample. In those records, average mileage is 85,000, with 7,000 miles added yearly. An average private-sale valuation of £2,700 gives a useful snapshot, while records show nearly four previous keepers. SRI trim adds a sportier look to the Astra’s sensible, roomy character. Familiar controls and balanced manners make it an appealing Focus or Golf alternative for buyers seeking value and practicality.