The VOLVO V40 (1996-04) 5DR ESTATE 2.0 REV 00 is a compact five-door estate, offering useful load space in a manageable size for practical everyday family use. In the UK used-car market, it sits among older family cars, with rivals including the Ford Focus estate and Volkswagen Golf estate. Mycarcheck.com data comes from eight checks across six distinct VINs, a modest sample best treated as a snapshot, not a complete picture of every car. It shows an average private-sale valuation of £500, average recorded mileage of 89,000 miles and annual mileage of about 2,000 miles. The cars had an average of just over three previous keepers. This V40 suits commuters or small families wanting a useful boot and everyday transport. Its understated styling, comfortable cabin and Volvo’s safety-minded reputation help it stand apart from similarly sized estates, while its age means condition and service history matter more than badge appeal.