I also own a Mondeo GLX 1.8 L reg, and from what i've gained from various sources, is that the starter motors are notoriously bad on our models. Mine is on its last legs, as it sometimes lets out a awful screeching noise when I turn the ignition on, so the experts claim that a new starter motor is the only solution.
Its the road ill shortly be going down...
Mike B
September 2005