2010 Nissan Note 1.4 (NCT 03/27)

Worth knowing

• Above-average kilometres: 206,000 km, high whatever its age. Ask for the service history, and when the timing belt and clutch were last done.
• An older car: 16 years old. Cars over ten years need an NCT every year, and repairs and parts weigh more in what it costs to keep.

Why we say so

8 Nissan Notes from 2009 to 2011, petrol, manual are for sale now. Most ask €1,430 to €3,450, with about 218,000 km on the clock. This one is cheaper than 4 of the 8. The market price above also allows for its exact year and mileage.