Ford Mondeo (2014)
2014 Ford Mondeo
CarHunch analysed 13,707 real MOT records for the 2014 Ford Mondeo. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2014 Ford Mondeo passes its MOT at 81.4%, which is marginally better than the UK average of 80%, but the headline concern is that 45.7% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—well above acceptable. Petrol Mondeos do better at 85% pass rate compared to 83% for the diesel-heavy majority, though the diesel variant still performs reliably.
At 83,863 miles median, these cars are running at a fairly typical mileage for a ten-year-old vehicle, yet they're accumulating 2.1 failures and 14.1 advisories per test, suggesting wear is catching up. Focus your inspection on braking systems, suspension, and lights—the areas Mondeos typically struggle with—and budget for regular remedial work rather than expecting a trouble-free ownership experience.
What to check before buying a 2014 Ford Mondeo
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 45.7% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
Before you buy a Ford Mondeo
MOT history is one piece of the puzzle. These checks can reveal what CarHunch can't.
CarHunch may earn a small commission if you buy via these links — at no extra cost to you.
Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (96%) | 13,208 | 81.3% | 2.12 |
| Petrol (3%) | 476 | 85% | 1.58 |
| Hybrid Electric (Clean) (0%) | 22 | 87.7% | 1.32 |
| LPG (0%) | 1 | 80% | 2 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2014 Ford Mondeo vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2014 Ford Mondeo vehicles fall between 63,290 and 109,607 miles.
2014 Ford Mondeo — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 10,571 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 81% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2016–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2014 Ford Mondeo
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
-
59%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
-
57.2%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
-
42.7%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
-
37.9%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
-
36%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
-
25.5%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
-
22.4%
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
-
17.4%
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2014. Counts include advisories and failures.
Found a specific Ford Mondeo?
Enter the reg to see its individual MOT history, AI Hunches, and how it compares to this cohort.