The VAUXHALL MERIVA (2010-13) 5DR MPV 1.7 CDTI DPF 110 EU5 EXCLUSIV AUTO6 is a compact five-door people carrier, roomier than a conventional family hatchback without the bulk of a large SUV. It belongs to the practical small-MPV class, alongside the Ford B-Max and Citroën C3 Picasso. The 1.7-litre diesel and automatic gearbox suit family errands, commuting and longer trips, while the raised seating and flexible cabin make everyday journeys straightforward. Its unusual rear-hinged back doors help passengers, particularly children, get in and out in tight parking spaces. Compared with a hatchback, the Meriva puts access and passenger space first; its compact footprint remains manageable around town, unlike bulkier people carriers. mycarcheck.com has recorded 508 checks across 206 different VINs, a useful sample. These show average recorded mileage of 84,000 miles, annual use of 7,000 miles and a private-sale valuation of £2,600; cars averaged just over three previous keepers overall.