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JAN 863K

1985 Panther Kallista

Cream Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

62,320 mi
Last recorded62,320 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2016
Typical for 1985 Panther Kallista34,738 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAN 863K
MakePanther
ModelKallista
Year1985
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2016 62,320 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 62,251 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 62,239 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 61,961 miles

Oil leak

ht lead close to steering shaft

Pass 3 Sep 2012 61,749 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 61,232 miles

oil leak from back axle (hub seals)

oil leak from engine

oil leak from gearbox

Fail 25 Aug 2011 61,232 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

oil leak from back axle (hub seals)

oil leak from engine

oil leak from gearbox

Pass 23 Aug 2010 60,874 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 59,971 miles

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

Rear exhaust rubbers deteriated

Pass 13 Aug 2008 58,175 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 58,175 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

slight play in offside steering rack (inner balljoint)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 57,450 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2007 57,450 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2006 55,345 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2005 55,112 miles

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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JAN 863K is a 1985 Panther Kallista in Cream with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1985 Panther Kallista models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 34,738 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Panther Kallista fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 80 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JAN 863K, 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 41 years old, this Panther Kallista is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JAN 863K registered?

JAN 863K is a 1985 Panther Kallista, first registered on 18 January 1985.

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