The VOLVO V40 (1996-04) 5DR ESTATE 2.0T AUTO4 is a compact five-door estate from Volvo’s late-1990s range, combining a useful boot and family-friendly cabin with a turbocharged petrol engine and automatic gearbox. In the UK market it sits between ordinary small family cars and larger executive estates, offering a more practical alternative to a saloon without the bulk of a big load-lugger. Mycarcheck.com has seen only three look-ups covering two distinct VINs, so its figures are a small snapshot rather than a market-wide guide. Those checks show an average private-sale valuation of £500, average recorded mileage of 81,000 miles, around 6,000 miles driven yearly and two previous keepers. Treat these as clues, not a price guarantee. With its automatic and estate versatility, this V40 suits couples or small families wanting a commuter with carrying space. Compared with mainstream compact estates, it brings a premium feel, though age and condition matter greatly.