The SEAT ALTEA (2009-15) 5DR MPV 1.9 TDI 90 S is a compact five-door people carrier, offering a taller, roomier alternative to a conventional family hatchback without the bulk of a large MPV. In the UK used-car market, it sits among practical, value-focused family cars, with straightforward styling and a useful cabin. mycarcheck.com records 211 look-ups covering 77 different VINs, a useful sample of vehicles checked rather than a measure of all Altea sales. These checks show an average private-sale valuation of £1,700 and average recorded mileage of 104,000 miles; annual mileage averages 8,000, while cars have had around four previous keepers. Treat these figures as context, since condition and history affect an individual car’s worth. The 1.9-litre diesel’s modest 90hp suits steady commuting and family journeys, while its upright shape makes access and everyday loading easy. It is a sensible, no-frills alternative to the Ford C-MAX and Vauxhall Zafira people-carriers.