The FORD FOCUS (1998-05) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.8 TDCI 100 GHIA is a practical five-door family hatchback from a generation that helped make the Focus a familiar UK choice. It sits in the mainstream small-car class, offering more room than a city car while remaining easier to park than a larger family vehicle. The 121 mycarcheck.com look-ups cover 48 distinct VINs, offering a snapshot of cars checked, not sales. The average recorded mileage is 101,000, with about 8,000 miles added yearly. Checks show an average of 4.2 previous keepers and a £500 average private-sale valuation in the data overall. Ghia trim adds comfort, while the diesel suits commuting and longer trips. A roomy cabin, useful boot and enjoyable road manners helped the Focus compete with the Vauxhall Astra and Volkswagen Golf. Now an affordable used Ford Focus can suit commuters or small families, but check its history and condition carefully.