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C942 DYV

1986 Panther Kallista

Blue Petrol 2790cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

71,000 mi
Last recorded71,000 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 1986 Panther Kallista47,534 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC942 DYV
MakePanther
ModelKallista
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,790cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 71,000 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 3 Aug 2026 71,000 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 25 Mar 2025 70,999 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2024 70,999 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 13 Mar 2023 70,999 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 20 Jan 2022 70,972 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 70,489 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 70,372 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 68,430 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 66,973 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 64,705 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 62,786 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 60,332 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 58,140 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 10 Dec 2012 57,952 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 57,647 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 57,363 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 56,928 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

O/S/F/AND/N/S/F/STEERING RACK ARMS HAVE SLIGHT PLAY

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 56,470 miles

O/S/F/AND N/S/F/ STEERING ARMS HAVE SLIGHT PLAY

Pass 28 Dec 2007 56,436 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 56,189 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2005 55,470 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.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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C942 DYV is a 1986 Panther Kallista in Blue with a 2,790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1986 Panther Kallista models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 47,534 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 C942 DYV, 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 40 years old, this Panther Kallista is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C942 DYV?

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What year was C942 DYV registered?

C942 DYV is a 1986 Panther Kallista, first registered on 6 May 1986.

Is C942 DYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C942 DYV shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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