Pre-reg Corsa is good value at £6000

The Vauxhall Corsa is one of the best small cars on the market, and although the 1.0 Life version is one of the least exciting, there is no shortage of pre-registered models around the £6000 mark, representing good value for money.

The official list price of these three-door models is more than £9000, so customers choosing a pre-registered model at this price are saving more than £3000.

The three-cylinder engine in the Corsa is pretty slow, but is capable of more than 50mpg, and the car includes a CD/radio and electric windows, as well as a good level of safety equipment.

Peugeot 1007 from less than £4000

Peugeot’s 1007 hasn’t been a strong seller, with many buyers interested in a spacious small car perhaps not won over by the large electrically operated doors and high asking price.

Prices are much lower on the used market and there are plenty of examples to choose from with low mileage at around the £4000 mark.

The cheapest models will be the entry-level 1.4 Dolce on a 05-registration plate.

Although this version comes with steel wheels, it does have air conditioning as standard, as well as front, side and curtain airbags, plus a knee airbag for the driver, and electronic stability control.