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Used cars for sale under £10,000
With a budget of £10,000, you have lots of options when it comes to buying a used car. Whether you're searching for a spacious family car or simply seeking a reliable car at an affordable price, we have a great selection of hatchbacks, SUVs, saloons, coupes and estates that won't break the bank.
From manuals to automatics as well as petrol, diesel, hybrid and electric vehicles, you'll find an array of cheap, used cars from trusted dealers across the UK with MOTORS.
Kia, Ceed
2019 - 1.6 CRDi 3 Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (114 bhp)
52
£8,990
Finance available £65 pm
- 1.6L
- 70kMiles
- Diesel
- Manual
- Hatchback
City Motors (Cambs) Ltd
Kia, Carens
2010 - 2.0 CRDi GS 5-Door
27
Low Mileage
£3,495
Finance available £33 pm
- 2L
- 79.1kMiles
- Diesel
- Auto
- Estate
Cardiff Car Sales
Vauxhall, Insignia
2012 - 1.8 16V SRi Nav Euro 5 5dr
27
Vauxhall, Zafira Tourer
2014 - 2.0 Zafira Tourer SRi CDTi 5dr
33
BMW, 1 Series
2012 (61) - 116i Sport 5dr
17
Volkswagen, Passat
2009 - 1.8 Highline TSI 4dr
6
Fiat, 500
2012 (61) - 0.9 TwinAir Lounge Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (85 bhp)
38
Low Mileage
£3,295
Finance available £29 pm
- 0.9L
- 56kMiles
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Leeds Motor Company (Burley place)
Ford, Fiesta
2014 (64) - ZETEC 5-Door
16
£5,299
Finance available £29 pm
- 1.2L
- 105kMiles
- Petrol
- Manual
- Hatchback
Bexhill Motors Eastbourne
Mazda, CX-5
2021 (71) - 2.2d SE-L 5dr
11
Volkswagen, Golf
2016 (16) - 1.4 TSI 125 Match Edition 5dr
18
Peugeot, 3008
2011 (61) - 1.6 VTi Sport 5dr
33
Volkswagen, Passat
2002 - V5 4-Door
45
Peugeot, 107
2009 (09) - 1.0 Urban 5dr 2-Tronic
27
Low Mileage
£4,799
Finance available £40 pm
- 1L
- 48.3kMiles
- Petrol
- Semi Auto
- Hatchback
Saver Motors
Vauxhall, Zafira Tourer
2017 (66) - 1.4 DESIGN 5d 138 BHP 5-Door
30
Low Mileage
£8,495
Finance available £33 pm
- 1.4L
- 55.8kMiles
- Petrol
- Manual
- People Carrier
Darlington Car and Commercials
MINI, Hatch
2019 - 1.5 Cooper Classic II 3dr
44
Ford, Fiesta
2015 (65) - 1.0T EcoBoost Titanium Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr
14
Before buying any car, there are some checks you should do to ensure the vehicle you are looking to purchase is safe and matches what is being advertised by the dealer.
Conduct some visual checks
Conducting visual checks is the first step you should take before purchasing a used car. This includes inspecting things like the paint and bodywork, checking the tyres and also examining the windscreen, windows and lights to ensure there isn't any damage and everything is in correct working order.
Also, don't be afraid to lift the bonnet and check the engine to ensure the internal components appear as they should.
Test drive the vehicle
Taking the car for a test drive will give you the opportunity to check that the vehicle is working as it should. As you drive the car, listen for any unusual noises whilst testing the clutch, brakes and acceleration. This is also a good opportunity to test additional features such as the heating, air conditioning, radio and infotainment system if the car has this.
Ask to see the car's documents
When you are viewing the vehicle, it is also a good idea to check the car's documents in person. This includes things such as the V5C document, MOT certificates, service history and the vehicle handbook. Inspecting these documents will highlight any issues the car has had and whether they have been rectified.
For further advice and guidance on things to consider before buying a used car, check out our used car buying checklist.
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Can you buy a reliable car for £10,000?
If you have a budget of £10,000 it is possible to buy a used car in a suitable condition with reasonable mileage. However, depending on the make and model, the cost of the vehicle will reflect its current condition. High-spec cars at this price point may have high mileage or visual defects. For that reason, you should conduct a thorough inspection of the vehicle and its documents before making a purchase.
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What car can I buy for £10,000?
With a budget of £10,000, you will find plenty of options on the second-hand market. Popular models you'll likely find within this price range include the Mazda MX-5, Seat Leon, Skoda Octavia, Mini Countryman, Toyota Prius and Mercedes B-Class.
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What is a good mileage for a 10-year-old car?
With government statistics estimating cars drive an average of 7,400 miles a year, you could expect a vehicle 10 years of age to have done around 74,000 miles. Of course, this can be a lot higher for some cars. If a car has exceeded 100,000 miles it will be classed as a high-mileage vehicle. However, there are a lot of other factors to take into account when considering 'good' car mileage such as how the car has been driven and the types of roads and environments it has been driven in.
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What checks should I do before buying a car?
Before buying any used car you should thoroughly inspect the vehicle using a used car buying checklist. Inspecting components such as tyres, engines, brakes and exhausts, will help you to understand the current condition of the car and if it requires any inspections or work by a professional garage. It is also a good idea to test-drive the vehicle before purchasing it so you can be confident it works as expected. This also allows you to ask any questions and raise any concerns you may have.
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