The VOLVO S40 (2007-10) 4DR SALOON 1.6D 109 SE is a compact, four-door family saloon: a more grown-up alternative to a hatchback, but smaller and easier to manage than a large executive car. In the UK used-car market, it offers Volvo’s safety-minded image and understated styling at an accessible price. mycarcheck.com records 80 look-ups covering 50 different cars. The checks show an average private-sale value of £1,400 and recorded mileage of 110,000 miles; typical annual use is 6,000 miles. Cars had nearly four previous keepers on average, so check each car’s history carefully. This is a modest but helpful real-world sample. The 1.6-litre diesel suits commuters and small families wanting a comfortable, economical saloon for regular journeys, with a boot for everyday shopping. Its calm road manners and solid cabin feel distinguish it from rivals such as the Ford Focus saloon. Check condition, service records and emissions rules before buying.