The NISSAN MICRA (1995-03) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.0 TEMPEST NCVT AUTO is a small five-door city car from a generation of Micras known for straightforward, practical transport. Its compact size suits town streets and parking, while the rear doors make access easier than in many three-door rivals of its era, too. The 1.0-litre engine and automatic transmission make it appealing to drivers who want simple, relaxed progress in traffic, especially first-time owners, urban commuters or downsizers. It is less suited to regular motorway journeys or carrying a family’s luggage, and buyers should judge any example by its condition and service history. Mycarcheck.com has recorded 43 look-ups covering 23 VINs. In those checks, average private-sale valuation was £600, average mileage 54,000 miles and annual mileage 2,000; cars had 3.7 previous keepers on average. This is an alternative to small hatchbacks such as the Ford Fiesta, valued for practicality and urban use.