VOLVO V40 (1996-04) 5DR ESTATE 1.8I 122 SPORT LUXURY
Buyer's Guide & Data from our Checks
The VOLVO V40 (1996-04) 5DR ESTATE 1.8I 122 SPORT LUXURY is a compact five-door estate, offering a useful alternative to a family hatchback. In the UK used-car market, it sits among practical, older estates: easier to park than a large load-lugger, yet with room for luggage, shopping and family needs.
The 1.8-litre petrol engine and Sport Luxury trim give this V40 a lively, well-equipped character, while its estate shape suits commuting, family trips and carrying purchases. It may appeal to buyers wanting Volvo’s sturdy, comfort-focused reputation without moving up to a larger, pricier estate. It remains a practical, comfortable all-rounder.
Mycarcheck.com recorded eight look-ups across five VINs, a modest sample rather than a definitive market picture. Those checks show an average private-sale value of £700, 149,000 miles, 4,000 annual miles and 2.9 previous keepers. Compare condition and history carefully; these older estates are valued for versatility, not modern-car polish today.
Buying a Volvo V40? Outstanding finance, write-offs, hidden damage, mileage discrepancies or theft could turn a bargain into a costly mistake. Enter the reg now and check before you commit.
Key Findings
The following statistics are drawn from our checks of 5 different vehicles, run between March 27th 2021 and October 31st 2026. These real-world insights provide context for this vehicle's place in the market, as well as its typical usage.
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Hidden Histories
Hidden Histories
157k
Average Mileage
Average Mileage
£700
Average Valuation
Average Valuation
