The FORD FOCUS (2004-08) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.6 100 STYLE is a practical five-door family hatchback, sitting in the UK’s popular small-to-medium car class. It offers easier rear-seat access and useful boot space than a city car, while remaining manageable for everyday parking and driving. It is a familiar alternative to rivals such as the Vauxhall Astra and Volkswagen Golf. Mycarcheck.com recorded 746 look-ups across 460 different VINs, a sizeable sample that gives a useful snapshot of these used Focuses. The average private-sale valuation was £700, with average recorded mileage of 103,000 miles and annual use of 6,000 miles. Owners had typically had nearly four previous keepers. The 1.6-litre petrol suits commuting, school runs and longer trips, making the Focus sensible for first-time buyers, couples and small families. Its balanced drive and straightforward cabin helped it earn a strong reputation against class favourites, though age and condition matter greatly when buying.