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FORD MONDEO (2018)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 11,913 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

90%

Total Tests (2024)

11,913

Avg Mileage

73,505 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,400

Is the 2018 FORD MONDEO reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 8 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the FORD brand average of 85%.

At 6 years old, 90% of FORD MONDEOs from 2018 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 11,913 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 73,505 miles.

How does the 2018 FORD MONDEO compare?

Rank among all 2018 cars334th out of 649(top 51%)
Rank among all FORD models429th out of 1,167(top 37%)
vs national average+8% (82% avg)
vs 2018 cars average+1% (89% avg)
vs FORD average+5% (85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2018 FORD MONDEO has 73,505 miles on the clock, which is well above the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-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 2018 sits between the two at 90%.

How much does a 2018 FORD MONDEO cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 999cc)
£955
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,400
Per month£117/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 2018 FORD MONDEO

The 2018 FORD MONDEO is a city car with a 999cc petrol engine. 11,913 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. Among all cars from 2018, the average MOT pass rate is 89%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 73,505 miles at 6 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.

2018 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 2018 FORD MONDEO?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,400 (£117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 90% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

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 2018 FORD MONDEO

At 6 years old, the FORD MONDEO offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2022 model has the highest pass rate at 94%. With 11,913 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Alternatives to the 2018 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: