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F580 OPU

1988 Panther Kallista

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

44,608 mi
Last recorded44,608 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 1988 Panther Kallista38,415 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF580 OPU
MakePanther
ModelKallista
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc
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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 44,608 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 43,765 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Jan 2023 43,182 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 41,180 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 39,551 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 38,415 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 36,840 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 34,567 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 33,006 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 30,895 miles

n/s rack slightly damp

Pass 2 Sep 2014 28,440 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 26,913 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 26,171 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 25,080 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 19,603 miles

both h/lamps low

Pass 22 Jul 2009 18,674 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 18,672 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 18,520 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 18,233 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 17,377 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2006 17,358 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

How Reliable is the Panther Kallista?

Based on 3,200 MOT tests across 228 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
386
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
228
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 80
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 62
Steering rack gaiter split 58
Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 43
position lamp(s) not working 41
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F580 OPU is a 1988 Panther Kallista in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1988 Panther Kallista models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 38,415 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Panther Kallista fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 80 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F580 OPU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Panther Kallista typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 38 years old, this Panther Kallista is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F580 OPU registered?

F580 OPU is a 1988 Panther Kallista, first registered on 20 December 1988.

Is F580 OPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F580 OPU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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