The NISSAN MICRA (2003-10) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.4 16V 25 AUTO is a small five-door city car aimed at affordable, straightforward motoring. Its compact footprint suits busy streets and tight parking, while the automatic gearbox can make stop-start journeys less tiring. Five doors also add everyday practicality for passengers and shopping. With a 1.4-litre petrol engine, this Micra is best suited to commuters, first-time drivers and small households wanting an easy-to-drive runabout. It is less roomy than larger family hatchbacks, but its controls and automatic convenience give it an alternative to small rivals such as Toyota Yaris and Honda Jazz. mycarcheck.com has recorded nine checks covering six distinct VINs, so these figures offer a small snapshot rather than a broad market verdict. The checked cars averaged 61,000 miles and around 4,000 miles annually, with 3.4 previous keepers; average private-sale valuation was £3,000. Check each car’s history and condition before buying.