The BMW 3 SERIES COMPACT (2001-05) 320TD 3DR COMPACT 2.0 SPORT AUTO is a premium, three-door hatchback: a shorter, more practical take on BMW’s familiar 3 Series saloon. In the UK used-car market, it offers a distinctive alternative to mainstream compact hatchbacks, with a more upmarket badge and sporty character. Mycarcheck.com has recorded 10 look-ups covering five different VINs, so the findings are useful context but a modest sample. Those checks show an average private-sale valuation of £600 and average recorded mileage of 146,000 miles. Average annual mileage is 2,000, while cars had an average of 5.7 previous keepers, making careful checks of each car’s history especially worthwhile. With its diesel engine and automatic gearbox, this Compact suits commuters and couples wanting comfortable everyday transport, plus boot access over a saloon. It feels more driver-focused than many rivals, though its age and keeper history mean condition matters more than badge appeal.