Ford Mondeo hybrids in Europe are typically self‑charging full hybrids and are usually paired with an automatic drive system — a manual + hybrid listing is uncommon, so confirm the drivetrain before you go. Hybrid components (traction battery, inverter, HV cabling) are the things that set this variant apart: they reduce fuel use and brake wear but add specialist checks and potentially expensive replacement costs if the battery is degraded. Parts and servicing are widely available in Ireland through Ford dealers and independent garages familiar with hybrids.

• Hybrid battery state-of-health: get a battery report/load test or scan for capacity codes and ensure no hybrid-system warning history.
• Confirm transmission type physically — if it's actually manual check clutch bite, slippage and pedal feel; if automatic/hybrid eCVT check gearbox and hybrid-system service history.
• Look for hybrid-system warning lights and check EV drive behaviour (car should run on electric assist at low loads and switch to petrol smoothly).
• Inspect undertray, rear subframe and battery-mounting area for corrosion or impact damage and check for labelled high-voltage wiring condition.
• Test regenerative braking feel and ensure ABS/ESC behave normally with no stored fault codes on a diagnostic check.