Volvo S40 1450

Worth knowing

• Above-average kilometres: 225,000 km, high whatever its age. Ask for the service history, and when the timing belt and clutch were last done.
• 68,000 km fewer than similar cars for sale, which have about 293,000 km.
• An older car: 19 years old. Cars over ten years need an NCT every year, and repairs and parts weigh more in what it costs to keep.
• The NCT runs out in November 2026: budget for the test and any repairs it asks for.

Why we say so

7 Volvo S40s from 2006 to 2008, petrol, manual are for sale now. Most ask €1,480 to €2,080, with about 293,000 km on the clock. This one is cheaper than 5 of the 7. The market price above also allows for its exact year and mileage.