The VAUXHALL MERIVA (2010-13) 5DR MPV 1.3 CDTI ECOFLEX DPF 95 EU5 EXCLUSIV is a compact five-door people-carrier, with flexible passenger space and more headroom than a conventional family hatchback. In the UK used-car market, it competes with practical small MPVs such as the Ford B-Max and Citroën C3 Picasso. mycarcheck.com recorded 166 look-ups across 98 different VINs, a useful snapshot of buyer interest. The average private-sale valuation was £2,100, with average recorded mileage of 89,000 and annual use of 7,000 miles. Checks show 3.7 previous keepers on average, making an individual car’s history worth checking carefully before you buy. This diesel Exclusiv is well suited to families, school runs and commuting; its distinctive rear-hinged back doors make access easier, and its compact footprint helps in town. The 1.3-litre Ecoflex is designed with economy in mind, but carefully check service history and the diesel particulate filter’s condition during a pre-purchase inspection.