The MG ZR (2001-05) ZR+ 5DR HATCHBACK 2.0 TD 100 is a sporty five-door compact hatchback, giving a practical small car a livelier image. It belongs to the affordable used-hatchback market, with rear doors and a useful boot for commuting, errands and modest family duties, as well as weekend trips. Mycarcheck.com recorded 45 checks covering 29 different VINs, a useful snapshot of interest in this older model. Those checks show an average private-sale valuation of £700, average recorded mileage of 117,000 and annual mileage of 5,000; vehicles had averaged around 5.6 previous keepers, so inspect each example before buying. Its MG styling and lively feel set it apart from rivals such as the Ford Focus and Vauxhall Astra. The diesel suits longer commutes, while its five doors help with practicality. It may suit budget-conscious drivers seeking an individual hatchback, but age and keeper numbers make a history and condition check important.