The ROVER 25 (1999-04) 3DR HATCHBACK 1.6 IL STEPSPEED AUTO is a small three-door hatchback from Rover’s 1999–2004 range, aimed at buyers wanting a manageable everyday car rather than a large family vehicle. In the UK used-car market it sits among older compact hatchbacks, with automatic convenience for everyday urban trips. With three doors and seating suited to a driver, partner or small household, it works well for commuting, errands and shorter journeys. Its automatic gearbox distinguishes it from many hatchback rivals of its era, though this is an older design; condition and maintenance matter more than reputation when choosing one. mycarcheck.com records two look-ups, covering one VIN, so its figures are a small snapshot rather than a reliable market-wide guide. Those checks show an average private-sale valuation of £500, 82,000 miles recorded and 5,000 miles a year, with three previous keepers on average. Always check the car’s history and condition.