FORD FOCUS (1998-05) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.6 LX REV 01

Buyer's Guide & Data from our Checks
The FORD FOCUS (1998-05) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.6 LX REV 01 is a five-door family hatchback from Ford’s first-generation Focus range. It sits in the UK’s popular small-family-car class, with useful passenger space and everyday practicality, but a more manageable footprint than a larger family car.
With its 1.6-litre petrol engine and five-door layout, it suits commuting, school runs and shopping, and can work well for couples or smaller families, as well as drivers wanting an affordable first car. The original Focus became known for keen, reassuring handling and a comfortable ride, helping it feel more engaging than many practical hatchback rivals of its era.
mycarcheck.com has recorded 2,314 look-ups across 1,439 different VINs, giving a substantial snapshot. Checks show average recorded mileage of 100,000 and about four previous keepers; the average private-sale valuation was £400, while annual mileage averaged 6,000. Figures reflect checked cars, not every example on sale today.
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Key Findings
The following statistics are drawn from our checks of 1,439 different vehicles, run between February 17th 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.
2,314
Lookups
Lookups
637
Hidden Histories
Hidden Histories
113k
Average Mileage
Average Mileage
£400
Average Valuation
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