The VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2004-09) 5DR HATCHBACK 2.0 FSI GT is a five-door family hatchback from a Golf generation. It sits in the UK’s mainstream market, offering a middle ground between compact city cars and larger family cars. GT trim gives it a sportier feel without sacrificing everyday practicality. mycarcheck.com has logged 577 look-ups across 287 distinct VINs, a sizeable sample for this older Golf. Checks show an average private-sale value of £1,300, average recorded mileage of 111,000 miles and annual mileage of 5,000. The average is nearly five previous keepers, so check condition and service history carefully. Roomy rear seats and a practical boot suit commuting, families and everyday errands, while the 2.0-litre petrol engine gives livelier performance than entry-level hatchbacks. Compared with the Ford Focus and Vauxhall Astra, the Golf is prized for its refined feel and ability. It’s a comfortable used car, but at this age inspection matters.