The VOLVO S40 (2004-07) 4DR SALOON 2.5 T5 220 SE is a compact premium four-door saloon, sitting between mainstream family cars and executive models in the UK used-car market. It offers a more traditional, understated alternative to a hatchback, with a smart cabin and a sporty character. Mycarcheck.com records 101 look-ups covering 40 distinct VINs, giving a useful snapshot rather than a full census. The average private-sale valuation was £1,100, and the cars checked had an average recorded mileage of 120,000 miles and around 4,000 miles driven annually. They had nearly five previous keepers on average. Its T5 engine gives lively performance for commuting and longer trips, while the saloon body and useful boot suit couples or small families. It is a rarer, safety-focused alternative to a BMW 3 Series or Audi A4, with a comfortable, distinctive Volvo character; running costs, especially fuel, may be higher than on milder versions.