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FORD MONDEO (2017)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 18,073 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

88%

Total Tests (2024)

18,073

Avg Mileage

84,027 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,550

Is the 2017 FORD MONDEO reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's 6 points above the national average of 82%.

At 7 years old, 88% of FORD MONDEOs from 2017 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 18,073 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 84,027 miles.

How does the 2017 FORD MONDEO compare?

Rank among all 2017 cars304th out of 579(top 53%)
Rank among all FORD models516th out of 1,167(top 44%)
vs national average+6% (82% avg)
vs 2017 cars average+1% (87% avg)
vs FORD average+3% (85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2017 FORD MONDEO has 84,027 miles on the clock, which is well above the expected 51,800 miles for a 7-year-old car. Check service history carefully, as high-mileage cars need consistent maintenance to stay reliable.

Best year to buy a FORD MONDEO?

The most reliable year is the 2022 model with a 94% MOT pass rate, while the 2002 model has the lowest at 68%. The 2017 sits between the two at 88%.

How much does a 2017 FORD MONDEO cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 999cc)
£955
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,550
Per month£129/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

FORD MONDEO by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202294%8054,644 mi
202189%1,71039,889 mi
202089%3,65250,239 mi
201990%7,46661,857 mi
201890%11,91373,505 mi
201788%18,07384,027 mi
201687%26,92592,893 mi
201586%29,704100,819 mi
201480%20,850117,891 mi
201378%22,767125,216 mi
201278%29,196125,913 mi
201177%24,537131,601 mi
201075%29,714132,388 mi
200974%29,480135,619 mi
200872%28,655139,585 mi
200771%22,117133,332 mi
200671%13,543124,230 mi
200569%11,436124,025 mi
200469%7,419121,520 mi
200368%4,276116,650 mi
200268%3,281115,320 mi
200169%2,982115,470 mi
200070%1,210105,568 mi
199971%1,232100,805 mi
199872%794104,643 mi
199771%552100,239 mi
199673%57495,491 mi
199569%42696,846 mi
199476%25597,557 mi
199383%21797,667 mi

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About the 2017 FORD MONDEO

The 2017 FORD MONDEO is a city car with a 999cc petrol engine. 18,073 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. Among all cars from 2017, the average MOT pass rate is 87%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 84,027 miles at 7 years old, FORD MONDEO owners cover more miles than the average driver. High-mileage examples should be checked carefully for wear on suspension, brakes, and drivetrain components.

2017 FORD MONDEO Fuel Costs

The modest 999cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2017 FORD MONDEO?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,550 (£129/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 88% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

FORD MONDEO Reliability Trend

Newer FORD MONDEOs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 12 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2017 FORD MONDEO

At 7 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. If you're flexible on year, the 2022 model has the highest pass rate at 94%. With 18,073 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Alternatives to the 2017 FORD MONDEO

The FORD MONDEO is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: