The SKODA OCTAVIA (2009-13) 5DR ESTATE 1.6 102 S is a practical, mid-sized family estate: a roomy alternative to a conventional hatchback, with a long load area and five doors. In the UK used-car market, Octavias are known for offering generous space without the premium price of some larger estates. Its 1.6-litre petrol engine and S trim make this Octavia estate a sensible choice for errands, commuting and family trips. The spacious boot suits pushchairs, shopping or holiday bags, while its manageable size helps around town. It will appeal to buyers wanting practicality and uncomplicated motoring, not performance or luxury. mycarcheck.com has only three checks across two VINs for this version, so the figures are a small sample, not a market-wide guide. Those records show an average £1,900 private-sale valuation, 82,000 miles and 6,000 miles a year; average previous keepers were 0.7. Against rivals, space is a key Octavia strength.