The FORD FOCUS (1998-05) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.6 100 EDGE is a five-door family hatchback from Ford’s first-generation Focus range. In the UK used-car market it is an affordable everyday choice, with more room than a city car but still easy to park. Mycarcheck.com records 617 look-ups across 274 distinct VINs, a sizeable sample for this age of car. Checks show an average private-sale valuation of £400 and average recorded mileage of 130,000 miles; annual mileage averages 9,000, with around 3.6 previous keepers. These figures describe vehicles checked, not a guarantee for any individual car. It suits commuters, first-time buyers and smaller families seeking straightforward transport, with five doors making access and shopping runs easier. The 1.6-litre petrol Focus is known for a composed, enjoyable drive and useful everyday practicality, helping it stand out against contemporaries such as the Vauxhall Astra and Volkswagen Golf. Check condition carefully on any older example.