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A549 RCA

1983 Panther Kallista

Silver Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

39,877 mi
Last recorded39,877 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2014
Typical for 1983 Panther Kallista57,161 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA549 RCA
MakePanther
ModelKallista
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2014 39,877 miles

both rear tyres are low on tread

Pass 30 Jul 2008 38,602 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Aug 2007 38,327 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 38,327 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 19 Aug 2006 37,293 miles

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

Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 19 Aug 2006 37,293 miles

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

Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Pass 17 Aug 2005 36,346 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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A549 RCA is a 1983 Panther Kallista in Silver with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 A549 RCA, 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 A549 RCA registered?

A549 RCA is a 1983 Panther Kallista, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A549 RCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A549 RCA shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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