The HONDA CIVIC (2000-05) 3DR HATCHBACK 1.6 VTEC SE is a compact three-door hatchback from a mainstream family-car range. It suits UK drivers wanting practicality with a sportier feel, rather than an SUV or small city car. In mycarcheck.com data, 103 checks covered 75 distinct VINs, a useful sample of cars being researched. Those checks show an average private-sale valuation of £700, an average recorded mileage of 116,000 miles, and about 6,000 miles driven annually. Cars had an average of 4.6 previous keepers, so condition and service history can differ considerably between examples. This snapshot is based on vehicles checked, not every Civic for sale, but it gives buyers a practical sense of the older used-car market. Against rivals, the Civic’s VTEC engine gives it a livelier feel, while remaining handy for commuting, errands and family trips. It suits buyers seeking versatile value; check condition carefully on cars this age.