The FORD FOCUS (1998-05) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.8 TD GLX is a practical five-door family hatchback from Ford’s first-generation Focus range. It sits in the mainstream used-car market, offering a straightforward alternative to period rivals such as the Vauxhall Astra and Volkswagen Golf. Its familiar shape and useful rear doors make it easier to live with than a small city car, without the bulk of an SUV. mycarcheck.com recorded 21 look-ups covering 20 distinct VINs, a modest but useful snapshot. Across those checks, the average most recent mileage was 126,000, with average annual use of 5,000 miles and about 3.3 previous keepers. The average private-sale valuation was £200; treat this as an indicative figure from the recorded sample, not a guaranteed price, since condition and history matter greatly. The diesel suits commuters and families wanting space and an economical, engaging drive, though age, condition and maintenance should guide any purchase carefully.