The SKODA OCTAVIA ESTATE (2017-20) 5DR ESTATE 1.4 TSI SS 150 EU6 SE L 6SPD is a roomy family estate: a useful alternative to a hatchback, with a long load area rather than SUV styling. In the UK, Octavia estates are known for space and value, and are easy to live with. mycarcheck.com has recorded 308 look-ups across 70 different VINs, offering a useful snapshot of cars checked. These show an average private-sale valuation of £11,500 and recorded mileage of 40,000 miles; average annual use is 9,000 miles, and cars had around one previous keeper (1.12 on average) for this model overall. Its 150bhp 1.4-litre petrol engine and six-speed manual suit commuting and family trips, while the estate body carries shopping, pushchairs and holiday bags. More spacious than hatchback rivals, and an alternative to the Ford Focus Estate, it offers flexibility without the size of an SUV for journeys and weekends.