The VAUXHALL ASTRA (2004-11) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.8I 16V VVT BREEZE PLUS AUTO is a five-door, family-sized hatchback from the UK’s popular small-car class. It offers more room and presence than a city car, while remaining easier to park and manage than a larger family saloon or SUV. Its automatic gearbox and petrol engine make it a straightforward choice for everyday driving. Within the Astra range, the Breeze Plus trim gives this version a more accommodating feel, and the 1.8-litre engine paired with an automatic suits drivers who value relaxed progress over sporty performance. It can work well for couples, small families and commuters needing useful rear-seat and boot space. Compared with rivals such as the Ford Focus and Volkswagen Golf, the Astra is known for practical, familiar design and broad everyday appeal. mycarcheck.com records 18 checks across seven distinct VINs, a modest sample rather than a complete picture. Those checks show an average private-sale valuation of £1,400, average recorded mileage of 55,000 miles, and about 1.2 previous keepers. The reported annual mileage averages 1,000 miles, which may reflect lightly used examples in this dataset; check each car’s history, condition and service records before buying. For a budget-conscious used-car buyer, it remains a sensible, comfortable all-rounder when a well-maintained example is found today.