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Ford Mondeo Ghia X TDCI Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ford Mondeo Ghia X TDCI reliable? We analysed 204 real MOT tests across 108 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 204 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
71.1%
Typical Mileage
147,092mi
Annual Mileage
5,724mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Ford Mondeo Ghia X TDCI is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ford Mondeo Ghia X TDCI.

Ford Mondeo Ghia X TDCI Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Ford Mondeo Ghia X TDCI. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Ford Mondeo Ghia X TDCI Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Ford Mondeo Ghia X TDCI owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,217 mi/yr
Typical
5,724 mi/yr
Average
7,892 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,526 mi/yr

Ford Mondeo Ghia X TDCI Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Ford Mondeo Ghia X TDCI MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
147,092 mi
75th Percentile
183,225 mi
95th Percentile
266,944 mi
Max Recorded
283,308 mi

How Does the Ford Mondeo Ghia X TDCI Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Ford Mondeo Ghia X TDCI THIS CAR 71.1% 204 147,092 mi — yrs
Ford Fiesta 72.8% 33,753,820 57,529 mi 34 yrs
Ford Focus 73.8% 28,316,889 72,500 mi 27 yrs
Ford Transit 68.7% 16,371,688 100,614 mi 37 yrs
Rover 25 Impression 3 77.3% 141 73,382 mi — yrs

Compared to the Ford Fiesta (72.8% pass rate) and the Ford Focus (73.8% pass rate), the Ford Mondeo Ghia X TDCI trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Ford Mondeo Ghia X TDCI?

The Ford Mondeo Ghia X TDCI has an overall MOT pass rate of 71.1% across 204 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

A typical Ford Mondeo Ghia X TDCI owner drives around 5,724 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Ford Mondeo Ghia X TDCI — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ford Mondeo Ghia X TDCI reliable?
Based on 204 MOT tests, the Ford Mondeo Ghia X TDCI has a 71.1% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Ford Mondeo Ghia X TDCI?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ford Mondeo Ghia X TDCI do per year?
The typical Ford Mondeo Ghia X TDCI does around 5,724 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ford Mondeo Ghia X TDCI last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ford Mondeo Ghia X TDCI?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.