BMW 3 SERIES (2005-12) 330D 231 5DR TOURING 3.0D M SPORT AUTO is a premium five-door estate, combining luggage space with a sporty image. In the UK used-car market, it sits above mainstream family estates, offering a more driver-focused alternative to an Audi A4 Avant or Mercedes-Benz C-Class estate rival. It suits families, regular commuters and drivers who want long-distance comfort without giving up performance. The 3.0-litre diesel and automatic gearbox make it relaxed on longer journeys, while M Sport styling gives the Touring a sharper look and feel. Its blend of pace, practicality and premium cabin appeal is a key draw. mycarcheck.com records 1,355 look-ups across 458 different VINs, a substantial sample for this model. Checks show an average recorded mileage of 157,000 and around six previous keepers; the average annual mileage is 7,000. The average private-sale valuation is £1,900, useful context when assessing condition, history and asking price.