FORD FOCUS (1998-05) 5DR HATCHBACK 2.0 130 ZETEC

Buyer's Guide & Data from our Checks

The FORD FOCUS (1998-05) 5DR HATCHBACK 2.0 130 ZETEC is a five-door family hatchback from Ford’s first-generation Focus range. In the UK market it sits among practical, mainstream used cars: compact enough for town driving, yet roomy and versatile for everyday family duties, commuting and longer journeys alike. With its 2.0-litre petrol engine and 130bhp, this Zetec is livelier than smaller-engined Focus versions, with brisk response and an engaging drive. The Focus earned a reputation for enjoyable handling, competing strongly with family hatchbacks such as the Vauxhall Astra and Volkswagen Golf. Five doors make everyday passenger and shopping trips convenient. Mycarcheck.com records 39 look-ups across 34 distinct VINs, giving a useful snapshot rather than a guarantee about any individual car. These checks show an average recorded mileage of 106,000, around 4,000 miles a year, four previous keepers and an average private-sale valuation of £300. Check condition carefully before making a decision.

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Key Findings

The following statistics are drawn from our checks of 34 different vehicles, run between March 8th 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
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Hidden Histories
122k
Average Mileage
£300
Average Valuation