The FORD FOCUS (1998-05) 5DR HATCHBACK 2.0 130 GHIA is a five-door family hatchback from Ford’s first-generation Focus range, sitting above basic versions with a more comfort-focused Ghia finish. It offered useful everyday space and a stronger 2.0-litre petrol engine, making it a livelier choice than ordinary small family cars. mycarcheck.com records 239 look-ups covering 173 distinct VINs, a sample for this older model. Checks show an average private-sale valuation of £400 and average recorded mileage of 98,000 miles; annual mileage averages 6,000. Vehicles had around 3.7 previous keepers on average, context when assessing an individual car’s history and condition. With its cabin, easy-to-drive manners and practical boot, this Ford Focus Ghia suits couples, small families and commuters wanting affordable transport. Against rivals such as the Vauxhall Astra and Volkswagen Golf, it became known for composed, enjoyable road manners and practicality. At this age, condition and service history matter most.