The FORD FOCUS (1998-05) 4DR SALOON 1.8 TD LX is a compact four-door diesel saloon from Ford’s first-generation Focus range. It belongs to the affordable small-family-car market, with a separate boot instead of the hatchback’s load area. Its familiar name and practical shape suit buyers seeking straightforward everyday transport. mycarcheck.com records only three look-ups across two distinct VINs, so its figures are a small snapshot rather than a market-wide guide. In this sample, average recorded mileage was 127,000, annual mileage 5,000, and keeper count just over five. Average private-sale valuation was £200, a figure best treated with some caution. It works well as a commuter or for a small household needing a boot, though condition matters greatly at this age. The 1.8 TD diesel is suited to steady journeys, while the Focus is valued for easy driving. Against saloon rivals such as the Vauxhall Astra, it offers no-fuss practicality.