The VAUXHALL ASTRA (2012-16) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.7 CDTI ECOFLEX DPF 110 EU5 EXCITE 6SPD is a practical family-sized hatchback, sitting in the UK’s mainstream small-family-car class alongside the Ford Focus and Volkswagen Golf. Five-door access and a useful boot make it more versatile than a city car, while its restrained styling suits everyday use. The 1.7-litre diesel is aimed at drivers covering regular commutes and longer journeys, with Ecoflex tuning intended to keep fuel use down. The Excite trim provides everyday convenience, and the six-speed gearbox helps make motorway travel relaxed. It can suit couples or small families wanting a roomy, economical alternative to a larger car. Checks on this Astra show five look-ups across two VINs, so figures are context, not a broad reliability verdict. Average private-sale value was £4,800, recorded mileage 70,000 and annual mileage 9,000; previous keepers averaged zero in this small sample. A sensible used choice.