The VAUXHALL ASTRA (2009-14) 5DR HATCHBACK 2.0 CDTI EU5 160 ELITE AUTO6 is a five-door family hatchback, firmly in the mainstream of Britain’s used-car market. Its automatic gearbox and diesel engine suit longer commutes, while the practical body is easier to park than a larger family car. It rivals the Ford Focus and Volkswagen Golf. Mycarcheck.com has recorded 666 checks covering 290 different VINs, a useful sample of cars looked up. Across those checks, the average private-sale valuation is £2,800, with average recorded mileage of 108,000 miles and annual use of 7,000 miles. These figures offer context, not a price promise for any individual car. Elite trim gives this Astra a comfortable, well-equipped feel, and the 160-horsepower diesel offers pulling power for carrying passengers and luggage. It can suit families, motorway commuters and drivers wanting an automatic without moving to an SUV. Checks show about five previous keepers on average, so review each car’s history and condition before buying.