Used buyer's guide: Ford Focus MKI - pictures
With prices starting from £300, the used Ford Focus MKI was voted the top car of the past 25 years
By:Auto Express team
3 Sep 2013


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Of course, the cabin of the original Focus feels dated – it’s 15 years old, after all. The good news is that it’s pretty durable and user-friendly. Squiggly wires in the screen mean a Quickclear heated unit. This will clear from frozen

Glitches are a known issue. Many cars have had new instruments, and odometer may not show true mileage.
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Load capacity is average, but it’s boosted by split-fold rear seats. An estate version has more space.
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