FORD FOCUS (1998-05) 3DR HATCHBACK 1.8 ZETEC REV 01

Buyer's Guide & Data from our Checks

The FORD FOCUS (1998-05) 3DR HATCHBACK 1.8 ZETEC REV 01 is a compact, three-door family hatchback from Ford’s first-generation Focus range. It sits in the UK’s popular small-car class, offering more space and comfort than a city car while remaining easier to park and run than a larger family car. mycarcheck.com has recorded 115 look-ups covering 72 different VINs, showing what UK shoppers have researched. Checks show an average private-sale valuation of £300 and average recorded mileage of 108,000 miles; annual mileage averages 5,000. The cars had around 4.4 previous keepers on average, so condition and history deserve close attention. The 1.8 Zetec offers everyday driving and the Focus is known for its confident feel. Its three-door shape suits singles, couples and commuters, though rear access is less convenient for families. Compared with rivals such as the Astra and Golf, this Ford Focus hatchback remains a practical and familiar used-car choice.

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Key Findings

The following statistics are drawn from our checks of 72 different vehicles, run between February 18th 2021 and September 30th 2026. These real-world insights provide context for this vehicle's place in the market, as well as its typical usage.
115
Lookups
32
Hidden Histories
126k
Average Mileage
£300
Average Valuation