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Ford Mondeo Zetec Tddi Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ford Mondeo Zetec Tddi reliable? We analysed 130 real MOT tests across 133 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 130 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
71.5%
Typical Mileage
144,539mi
Annual Mileage
3,635mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

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

Ford Mondeo Zetec Tddi Number Plates

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

Ford Mondeo Zetec Tddi Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
1,648 mi/yr
Typical
3,635 mi/yr
Average
4,809 mi/yr
Heavy usage
6,416 mi/yr

Ford Mondeo Zetec Tddi Mileage Distribution

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

Median
144,539 mi
75th Percentile
188,786 mi
95th Percentile
233,061 mi
Max Recorded
252,964 mi

How Does the Ford Mondeo Zetec Tddi 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 Tddi THIS CAR 71.5% 130 144,539 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
Audi A6 1.9 TDI SE 74% 258 192,730 mi — yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Ford Mondeo Zetec Tddi?

The Ford Mondeo Zetec Tddi has an overall MOT pass rate of 71.5% across 130 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

A typical Ford Mondeo Zetec Tddi owner drives around 3,635 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 Tddi — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ford Mondeo Zetec Tddi reliable?
Based on 130 MOT tests, the Ford Mondeo Zetec Tddi has a 71.5% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Ford Mondeo Zetec Tddi?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ford Mondeo Zetec Tddi do per year?
The typical Ford Mondeo Zetec Tddi does around 3,635 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ford Mondeo Zetec Tddi last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ford Mondeo Zetec Tddi?
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.