The VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2005-09) 3DR HATCHBACK 1.2 55 E is a small petrol city car, with three doors and straightforward controls, aimed at practical everyday motoring. In the UK used-car market, it sits among familiar superminis, offering an easier-to-park alternative to family cars while providing space for shopping and trips. Mycarcheck.com has recorded 2,822 checks across 1,460 different VINs, a sample showing interest in this Polo. Checks show an average private-sale value of £1,000 and average recorded mileage of 96,000 miles; cars have averaged about 5,000 miles a year and nearly five previous keepers, so condition and history merit attention. Its simple compact format makes the Polo well suited to commuters, first-time drivers and buyers seeking an affordable second car; its three-door layout is less convenient for rear passengers than a five-door rival. The 1.2 55 E is a choice rather than a performance model, competing with Fiesta, Corsa and Yaris.