FORD FOCUS (1998-05) 5DR ESTATE 1.6 ZETEC
Buyer's Guide & Data from our Checks
The FORD FOCUS (1998-05) 5DR ESTATE 1.6 ZETEC is a compact family estate from Ford’s first-generation Focus range. It combines the familiar, easy-to-drive feel of a small family car with a longer roof and useful boot, making it more practical than a hatchback while remaining easier to park than a large estate. In the UK used-car market, it is an affordable, older alternative to newer family cars.
mycarcheck.com records 84 look-ups covering 66 different VINs, giving a useful snapshot of cars checked. Those records show an average latest recorded mileage of 118,000 miles and around 6,000 miles driven annually. The average is nearly four previous keepers, while the average private-sale valuation is £200; these figures describe the checked vehicles, not a guaranteed price or condition.
Its Zetec trim and 1.6-litre engine suit everyday driving; reassuring road manners make this estate a practical rival to Astra and Golf estates for families.
Buying a used Ford Focus estate? Outstanding finance, theft, write-off damage or clocked mileage can 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 66 different vehicles, run between March 7th 2021 and September 30th 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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Lookups
Lookups
32
Hidden Histories
Hidden Histories
140k
Average Mileage
Average Mileage
£200
Average Valuation
Average Valuation
