The average age of alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs) dropped for a second month in a row to 4.7 years, according to Dealer Auction’s EV Performance Review (EVPR).
This is a significant drop as the all-time high was reached just two months earlier. A drop in mileage to 38,100 – 44% lower than the highest ever figure, was recorded in July.
Dealer Auction’s marketplace director Kieran TeeBoon, said: “September was an exceptional month for new car sales, and we’re starting to see the effects of this in the used car market.
“It’s already had a notable effect on AFV average age and mileage metrics, and it’ll be interesting to see if this continues into the final quarter of the year.
“We’ll be looking to see what other trends will emerge over the coming months. As always, those who keep their eye on the market trends and insights will be able to capitalise the quickest on new opportunities.”
The average sold price grew for a second month, rising to £14,299 while bids received increased by 7.6%.
AFVs made up 10% of all used car sales in September.
The Volvo XC90 took top spot, followed by the Volvo XC60 in second place and the XC40 securing seventh place, while the BMW 3 Series secured third place.
The Tesla Model Y, which placed sixth, was the only electric model in the top 10.
The top 10 featured no new models and only five models were repeats from August’s chart. The VW Golf (last seen in February) and the Toyota Prius (last seen in December 2025) both returned.
In the volume sold chart, the Nissan Qashqai claimed the top spot for the fifth consecutive month.
The Nissan Leaf and the Tesla Model 3 were the only EVs in the sold volume top 10.
The Lexus NX topped the table for CAP Clean performance (102.5%).
The table also featured two EV models – the Nissan ARIYA and Tesla Model 3. The Tesla Model 3 matched the record 21 days to sell set by the Model Y last month.
