Is this a good first car?

It's a 2005 Hyundai Elantra Gls hatchback. It's got quite a bit of miles about 187,000 but I don't really plan on using it for long distance trips. Just to get to school and work both within 5 miles. I'm 15 almost 16 and saved up a little more than $900 and I've got a job and am gonna keep working. My parents will pay for half they said so I'm looking at cars for about $1500. I found a deal on the Hyundai for $1500 and it's a private dealer and they said the price is negotiable. I realize it's not always accurate but the pictures they put on makes it look like the car is in very good shape. I know it has quite a bit of miles on it but is this a solid deal for a first car?