Vintage Tractor Safety Checks

If you are planning to start using your vintage tractor, see our handy checklist to help keep you safe and ensure accidents and injuries are kept to a minimum.

• Roadworthy condition (if applicable)

• MOT (if applicable)

• Valid road tax and insurance

• Sitting level on ground

• Tyre condition/inflation

• No fluid leaks

• Number plates visible and clean (if applicable)

• Controls clearly marked

• Controls working

• Seat in good condition

• Seat adjusted for driver

• Safety belt used [if fitted]

• Dashboard – all warning lights working

• Wipers and Washers working

• Hand brake working

• Steering and brakes working correctly

• Split brakes linked and working

• Horn, demister and temperature controls [where fitted] working correctly

• Cab clean

• Cab floor clear of any obstructions

• Trained and competent

• Fit to drive

• Follows safety rules

• Valid licence

• Valid insurance

• Appropriate PPE

• Not fatigued

• All in place

• Undamaged

• Clean

• Correct colour

• A working flashing amber beacon

• Lights and indicators working

• Cab/Roll bar in good condition

• Check all fluid levels (oil, coolant, windscreen wash, brake fluid)

• Sufficient fuel and fuel cap secure

• Check radiator

• Check Hydraulic hoses

• Steps undamaged and clean

• Doors in place and handle working

• PTO drive guarded (U-guard)

• Hitching equipment in good condition

• All mirrors in place

• Clean and in good condition

• Correctly aligned

• All in place

• Undamaged and clean

• View not obscured e.g. by stickers etc.

• Windscreen wipers present and in good condition

• Park in a safe area

• Reverse park safely

• Apply parking brake

• Place in correct parking gear

• Lower attachments to ground

• Switch off engine

• Dismount facing tractor

• Only carry passenger(s) in the passenger seat

• Use safety belt

• High-visibility vest(s) for passenger in cab

• No children under 7 years allowed

• Tyres correctly inflated

• Tyres have correct tread depth

• Tyres undamaged: No abrasions, bulges or tears

• Check wheel nuts present and correctly tightened

Our cover for vintage tractors which are 20 years old or more enables you to choose the most appropriate level for your specific requirements, including ancillary items such as road trailers and their contents.

Visit our vintage tractor insurance webpage, get a quote online or call 0114 250 2770.