The MAZDA 3 (2004-09) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.6 105 TS2 is a practical five-door family hatchback, sitting in the UK’s compact-car class alongside models such as the Ford Focus and Volkswagen Golf. It offers more room and versatility than a small city car, while remaining manageable for everyday driving and parking. mycarcheck.com has recorded 1,255 look-ups across 703 distinct VINs, a sizeable sample of interest in this older Mazda. Checks show an average private-sale valuation of £1,100, average recorded mileage of 109,000 miles and annual mileage of about 7,000 miles, with an average of 3.65 previous keepers per vehicle in records. The 1.6-litre petrol TS2 suits commuters, couples and small families wanting a useful everyday car, with five doors and a comfortable, engaging drive. It is known for tidy handling and solid value against Focus and Golf rivals, though age and mileage make condition, service history and a careful check important.