What's a sensible mileage to look for on a used car?

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What's a sensible mileage to look for on a used car?

I'm looking at buying a used car within the next six months. I drive around 15,000 to 20,000 miles a year so ideally I need a lower mileage car, but budget means this probably isn't possible. What would you suggest would be a sensible mileage to look for on a used car? I'll have a budget of around £8000 - £10,000. Thanks.

Asked on 12 September 2020 by Alex Isaacs

Answered by Dan Powell

Average mileage for a car is around 10,000 miles a year in the UK. Personally, I don't think you have anything to fear from higher mileage used cars, as long as the service history is good (with annual oil changes). Given your mileage and budget, I'd be looking at the Honda Civic 1.6 i-DTEC diesel. It's a comfortable and practical car. Real MPG drivers get 60+mpg from this engine: www.honestjohn.co.uk/realmpg/honda/civic-2012

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