The VOLVO V40 (1996-04) 5DR ESTATE 1.8 122 SPORT LUXURY AUTO is a compact five-door estate, combining family-car practicality with a more upmarket feel than many mainstream small estates. In the UK used-car market it sits between a roomy hatchback and a larger load carrier, offering useful space without the bulk of a full-size estate. Its 1.8-litre petrol engine, automatic gearbox and Sport Luxury trim suit drivers wanting relaxed motoring and comfort, rather than a bare-bones runabout. It works for couples, small families and commuters needing a practical boot. Against Ford Focus and Vauxhall Astra estates, this Volvo offers a distinctive, safety-conscious alternative. Mycarcheck.com records just two look-ups for this exact VOLVO V40, covering one VIN, so the figures are a small snapshot, not a market-wide guide. They show an £800 average private-sale valuation, 99,000 miles average recorded mileage, 11,000 miles annual average and seven previous keepers. Check each car’s condition and history carefully.