Top 10: Survivors from the 2000s
Cars built in the noughties are a treasure-trove for bargain hunters, with thousands of hatchbacks and saloons available for less than the price of a typical family holiday. But what should you buy?
That's where HonestJohn.co.uk comes in: we’ve analysed DVLA numbers to find the 10 toughest cars from the 2000s. That means we’ve examined numbers of cars on the road to see which models have survived and which haven't. This list celebrates the cars that have endured the elements (and some poor drivers) to motor on into 2015.
Wed, 01 Jun 2016
Ford Focus
972,252 still registered on UK roads - 950,350 licenced, 21,902 SORN
The Ford Focus replaced the Escort in the late 1990s and immediately set the standard by which all other hatchbacks were judged. Stylish, comfortable and practical, the Focus ticks all of the family car boxes. It was well-built too and is now popular with used buyers thanks to its low running costs and excellent reliability.
According to DVLA numbers, the Ford Focus is the UK's hardiest vehicle, with close to one million cars from the 2000s still in use today. What's more, the Mk1 Focus still looks good and parts are plentiful (and cheap), which means it won’t cost you a fortune to keep it on the road.
