The BMW 3 SERIES (1998-06) 320D 5DR TOURING 2.0D ES AUTO is a five-door estate, offering the familiar premium feel of a 3 Series with extra room for luggage. In the UK used-car market it sits among compact executive estates, competing with the Audi A4 Avant and Mercedes-Benz C-Class estate. Its diesel engine and automatic gearbox make it a practical choice for longer journeys. mycarcheck.com has recorded 54 look-ups across 40 different VINs, a useful sample for this older model. Checks show an average recorded mileage of 153,000 miles and about 9,000 miles a year, with roughly five previous keepers. The average private-sale valuation is £800, so condition and service history matter greatly when comparing individual cars. This Touring suits commuters and small families wanting space, motorway comfort and diesel economy; the automatic eases traffic. It combines estate practicality with engaging driving, but age and mileage make condition checks essential.