The VOLVO V40 (1996-04) 5DR ESTATE 2.0T REV 00 is a five-door estate, offering useful boot space in a manageable package. In the UK used-car market it is a practical alternative to small estates such as the Volkswagen Golf and Vauxhall Astra. Its turbo petrol engine gives it livelier performance than many family wagons. Mycarcheck.com records just four look-ups covering four VINs, so these figures are a limited snapshot, not a market average. They show an average private-sale value of £500, mileage of 164,000 and annual use of 5,000 miles; previous keepers averaged six. For an older car, condition and service history deserve attention. The V40 estate suits commuters, couples or small families needing comfort and flexible space. Volvo’s safety-minded reputation and understated style distinguish it from rivals, while the 2.0T adds pace. Expect less economy and equipment than in newer estates, but a well-kept example can offer characterful motoring.