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Ford Mondeo Zetec HEV Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ford Mondeo Zetec HEV Auto reliable? We analysed 472 real MOT tests across 153 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 472 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
86.0%
Typical Mileage
53,662mi
Annual Mileage
12,097mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Ford Mondeo Zetec HEV Auto is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ford Mondeo Zetec HEV Auto.

Ford Mondeo Zetec HEV Auto Number Plates

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

Ford Mondeo Zetec HEV Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Ford Mondeo Zetec HEV Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

91.9%
2022
84%
2021
86.5%
2020

Ford Mondeo Zetec HEV Auto Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Ford Mondeo Zetec HEV Auto models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2

Ford Mondeo Zetec HEV Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
6,300 mi/yr
Typical
12,097 mi/yr
Average
14,356 mi/yr
Heavy usage
19,993 mi/yr

Ford Mondeo Zetec HEV Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ford Mondeo Zetec HEV Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 99 91.9% 19,042 31,218 59,706
2021 119 84.0% 33,674 58,145 80,518
2020 215 86.5% 37,406 55,945 75,948

How Long Does a Ford Mondeo Zetec HEV Auto Last?

Based on 153 Ford Mondeo Zetec HEV Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.8 years
Median
4.0 years

Ford Mondeo Zetec HEV Auto Mileage Distribution

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

Median
53,662 mi
75th Percentile
75,736 mi
95th Percentile
103,684 mi
Max Recorded
162,660 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Ford Mondeo Zetec HEV Auto

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2022

91.9% MOT pass rate from 99 tests

Year to avoid
2021

84.0% MOT pass rate from 119 tests

The best year to buy a used Ford Mondeo Zetec HEV Auto is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.9% across 99 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 84.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Ford Mondeo Zetec HEV Auto Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Ford Mondeo Zetec HEV Auto THIS CAR 86.0% 472 53,662 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
Jaguar X-type V6 Sport 63.9% 277 99,434 mi — yrs

Compared to the Ford Fiesta (72.8% pass rate) and the Ford Focus (73.8% pass rate), the Ford Mondeo Zetec HEV Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Ford Mondeo Zetec HEV Auto?

The Ford Mondeo Zetec HEV Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.0% across 472 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Ford Mondeo Zetec HEV Auto with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Ford Mondeo Zetec HEV Auto owner drives around 12,097 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 Zetec HEV Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ford Mondeo Zetec HEV Auto reliable?
Based on 472 MOT tests, the Ford Mondeo Zetec HEV Auto has a 86.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ford Mondeo Zetec HEV Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ford Mondeo Zetec HEV Auto do per year?
The typical Ford Mondeo Zetec HEV Auto does around 12,097 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ford Mondeo Zetec HEV Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ford Mondeo Zetec HEV Auto?
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.
What is the best year to buy a Ford Mondeo Zetec HEV Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Ford Mondeo Zetec HEV Auto is 2022 with a 91.9% pass rate across 99 tests.