The FORD FOCUS (1998-05) 3DR HATCHBACK 1.6 100 FLIGHT is a compact petrol hatchback from Ford’s popular family-car range. Its three-door layout gives it a sportier look than five-door alternatives, while its manageable size suits town driving, commuting and everyday errands. In the UK used-car market, it sits among affordable older small family cars. Mycarcheck.com checks show 242 look-ups covering 178 distinct VINs, a useful sample for this model. Across those records, the average private-sale valuation was £400, with average recorded mileage of 101,000 and annual mileage of 5,000. Cars had around 3.6 previous keepers on average, so condition and history matter especially at this age. The Focus is praised for confident handling and a comfortable ride, qualities that helped it stand out against rivals such as the Vauxhall Astra. This Flight suits budget-minded commuters, couples or first-time drivers, though rear-seat access is less convenient than in a five-door hatchback.