The ROVER 25 (2004-05) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.4I 103 S is a compact five-door petrol hatchback for straightforward, affordable everyday transport. In the UK used-car market, it belongs to the small family-car class: roomier and more versatile than a city car, yet compact enough for town driving, parking and regular commuting duties. mycarcheck.com recorded 10 look-ups for this version, covering 10 different VINs, a useful but still modest sample. Those checks show an average private-sale valuation of £900, average recorded mileage of 57,000, and annual mileage of 4,000. Vehicles had averaged 2.3 previous keepers, giving buyers a helpful snapshot, not a guarantee. With five doors and a 1.4-litre petrol engine, the Rover 25 suits commuters, couples and households seeking an inexpensive used car. Its straightforward hatchback format makes it an alternative to contemporaries such as the Ford Fiesta and Vauxhall Corsa; buyers should judge each example carefully on condition and service history.