The ROVER 45 (2000-05) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.4 16V IL is a compact, five-door petrol hatchback from Rover’s final years as a British car maker. It sits in the small family-car class, offering more everyday room than a city car while remaining manageable for town driving, parking and regular commuting and errands. mycarcheck.com records 23 look-ups covering 20 different VINs, a modest sample. Those checks show an average private-sale valuation of £300 and average recorded mileage of 67,000 miles; average annual mileage is 3,000, with about 3.4 previous keepers. These are figures, not a price guide or guarantee for any individual car. Against Ford Focus, Vauxhall Astra and Volkswagen Golf rivals, this Rover offers a familiar, straightforward hatchback. The 1.4-litre petrol engine suits modest everyday trips, while its five doors help with passengers and shopping. Best for budget-conscious buyers who value a simple, roomy runabout, inspect condition and service history carefully first.