Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2013 John Deere 855?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2013 John Deere 855?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2013 John Deere 855?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2013 John Deere 855?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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John Deere 855 (2013)

112 real MOT outcomes analysed • 0.9% first-time pass rate

2013 John Deere 855

CarHunch is tracking 112 2013 John Deere 855 vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.

MOT statistics not available

We have 112 2013 John Deere 855 vehicles on record but don't have enough MOT test data to show reliable statistics for this cohort.

What to check before buying a 2013 John Deere 855

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.
📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.

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Mileage Distribution

Most 2013 John Deere 855 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.

12,047

low mileage

12,047

typical

12,047

high mileage

Half of all 2013 John Deere 855 vehicles fall between 12,047 and 12,047 miles.

Most Common MOT Issues — 2013 John Deere 855

Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.

100%

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint
100%

Offside Rear reflector missing
100%

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam
100%

Nearside Rear reflector missing
100%

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint
100%

Offside Front position lamp(s) missing
100%

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint
100%

Nearside Front position lamp(s) missing

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2013. Counts include advisories and failures.

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