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A3 RCJ

1983 Panther Kallista

Maroon Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

93,873 mi
Last recorded93,873 miles
Recorded on8 May 2012
Typical for 1983 Panther Kallista57,161 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 RCJ
MakePanther
ModelKallista
Year1983
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2012 93,873 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 93,863 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 93,684 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 93,353 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 92,582 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2006 92,526 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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A3 RCJ is a 1983 Panther Kallista in Maroon with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1983 Panther Kallista models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 57,161 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 A3 RCJ, 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 43 years old, this Panther Kallista is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A3 RCJ registered?

A3 RCJ is a 1983 Panther Kallista, first registered on 22 August 1983.

Is A3 RCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 RCJ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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