The VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2009-14) 3DR HATCHBACK 1.2 12V 60 EU5 SE is a small, three-door supermini: easy to park, straightforward to live with and well suited to town driving. It sits in the UK’s popular small-car class, alongside the Ford Fiesta, Vauxhall Corsa and Toyota Yaris, with Volkswagen’s familiar, understated styling. Mycarcheck.com has recorded 1,143 look-ups covering 463 different VINs, giving a useful snapshot of buyer interest. In these checks, the average private-sale valuation was £3,100, while average recorded mileage was 90,000 miles and average annual mileage 6,000. Cars had around 4.2 previous keepers on average; individual vehicles can vary. With a modest 1.2-litre engine, this Polo suits first-time drivers, couples and commuters seeking an approachable runabout. Its rear seat and boot handle errands, though three doors are less handy for rear passengers. Compared with rivals, it favours a solid, understated feel over sporty performance; check condition and service history.