The FORD FOCUS (2004-08) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.8 125 STYLE is a practical family-sized hatchback, sitting in the UK’s popular medium-car class between smaller superminis and larger estates. Five doors make access easy, while its straightforward shape and useful cabin suit everyday errands, commuting and carrying children or friends with ease. The 1.8-litre petrol engine gives this Focus a more energetic feel than basic small-engined hatchbacks, and the model is often praised for its composed, enjoyable road manners. It makes a sensible all-rounder for commuters and first-time buyers wanting extra room, though fuel costs and condition deserve attention when viewing a used example. mycarcheck.com has recorded 271 checks across 184 different VINs, a sample of buyer interest. Those records show an average private-sale valuation of £700, average recorded mileage of 94,000 and about 5,000 miles driven yearly; cars had around three previous keepers. Treat these figures as guideposts, and check each car’s history.