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Ford Mondeo ST TDCI Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ford Mondeo ST TDCI reliable? We analysed 1,511 real MOT tests across 401 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,511 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
69.4%
Typical Mileage
138,539mi
Annual Mileage
6,498mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Ford Mondeo ST 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 ST TDCI.

Ford Mondeo ST TDCI Number Plates

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

Ford Mondeo ST TDCI Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
3,819 mi/yr
Typical
6,498 mi/yr
Average
7,079 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,487 mi/yr

Ford Mondeo ST TDCI Mileage Distribution

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

Median
138,539 mi
75th Percentile
162,910 mi
95th Percentile
204,748 mi
Max Recorded
1,518,712 mi

How Does the Ford Mondeo ST 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 ST TDCI THIS CAR 69.4% 1,511 138,539 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
Lexmoto Isca 125 Sk 125-L 73.1% 1,553 6,130 mi — yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Ford Mondeo ST TDCI?

The Ford Mondeo ST TDCI has an overall MOT pass rate of 69.4% across 1,511 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

A typical Ford Mondeo ST TDCI owner drives around 6,498 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 ST TDCI — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ford Mondeo ST TDCI reliable?
Based on 1,511 MOT tests, the Ford Mondeo ST TDCI has a 69.4% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Ford Mondeo ST TDCI?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ford Mondeo ST TDCI do per year?
The typical Ford Mondeo ST TDCI does around 6,498 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ford Mondeo ST TDCI last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ford Mondeo ST 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.