The VOLVO V40 (1996-04) 5DR ESTATE 1.8 122 SPORT LUXURY is a compact five-door estate, offering more load space than a conventional family hatchback without the bulk of a large car. In the UK used market, it sits among practical, well-equipped family cars, with Volvo’s understated styling and safety-minded reputation as part of its appeal. mycarcheck.com has recorded five look-ups covering three distinct VINs for this version, so the sample is small. Those checks show an average private-sale value of £800, average recorded mileage of 122,000 miles, and around 3,000 miles driven annually. The cars had an average of 3.4 previous keepers. These figures offer context, not a price guide or guarantee. Practical and comfortable, this 1.8-litre petrol estate suits commuting, errands and small-family use. It offers a distinctive alternative to a Ford Focus estate, with useful boot space and Volvo character; for buyers seeking affordable everyday versatility, condition is key.