The FORD FOCUS (1998-05) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.8 EDGE is a five-door family hatchback from Ford’s first-generation Focus range. It belongs to the UK’s mainstream small-car class, offering useful cabin and boot space without the bulk of a larger family car. Its 1.8-litre petrol engine offers confident performance for everyday journeys. mycarcheck.com records show 28 look-ups across 19 different VINs, a useful but modest sample. Checked cars averaged £500 in private-sale value and 92,000 miles, with around 4,000 miles driven yearly. They had nearly three previous keepers on average. These figures describe examples checked, not a guaranteed price or condition today. A sensible used Focus suits commuters, first-time buyers and small families. Its tidy handling and comfortable ride helped it stand out against Astra and Golf rivals. As an older car, condition matters: check history, mileage and finance before deciding if this affordable Ford Focus hatchback suits your everyday motoring needs.