The CITROEN XSARA PICASSO (2000-10) 5DR MPV 1.6 16V 95 DESIRE is a compact five-door people carrier, offering a taller, more practical alternative to an ordinary family hatchback. It was aimed at buyers wanting useful passenger and luggage space without moving up to a bulky, expensive-to-run large MPV. In mycarcheck.com data, 72 checks covered 56 different VINs, giving a useful snapshot of cars still being researched. This Desire uses a modest 1.6-litre petrol engine and suits school runs, shopping and relaxed everyday trips, particularly for families or anyone needing easy access and a flexible cabin. The checked cars averaged 110,000 miles and around 6,000 miles a year, with about three previous keepers. These figures describe the vehicles looked up, not every example, so check each car’s history, condition and service records before buying. Checks showed a £200 average private-sale valuation; its roomy cabin is a useful advantage over many rivals.