Ford Kuga zetec tdci vs Ford Mondeo: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Ford Kuga zetec tdci
88%
MOT pass rate · 1,730 vehicles
More reliable
Ford Mondeo
70%
MOT pass rate · 1,212,823 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate, the Ford Kuga zetec tdci is the more reliable of the two — 88% pass first time versus 70%. It's one signal among several; check the full breakdown below.
Head to head
| Measure | Ford Kuga zetec tdci | Ford Mondeo |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 88% ✓ | 70% |
| MOT failure rate | 12% ✓ | 30% |
| Faults & advisories per test | 0.0 ✓ | 2.2 |
| Dangerous-fault share | — ✓ | 1% |
| Average mileage | 111,923 mi | 130,467 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 1,730 | 1,212,823 |
Most common faults
Ford Kuga zetec tdci
No fault breakdown available.
Ford Mondeo
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Reliability FAQ
On MOT pass rate, the Ford Kuga zetec tdci is the more reliable of the two — 88% pass first time versus 70%. It's one signal among several; check the full breakdown below.
Full Ford Kuga zetec tdci report Full Ford Mondeo report Most reliable cars
Pass rates are computed over completed (pass/fail) MOT tests. Reliability also depends on age, mileage and upkeep — see each model's page for the full picture.