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D793 BLK

1987 Panther Kallista

Red Petrol 2cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

43,219 mi
Last recorded43,219 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1987 Panther Kallista43,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD793 BLK
MakePanther
ModelKallista
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 43,219 miles

Steering column deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 43,132 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Long pedal travel on rear brakes (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2024 43,124 miles

Offside Front Steering column universal joint locking device ineffective UJ-Steering rack bolt (2.1.3 (d))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Long pedal travel on rear brakes (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Multiple mountings (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 42,880 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Lower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 42,670 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 42,484 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 42,333 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 42,179 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 6 Sep 2019 42,165 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 41,541 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 41,100 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 40,559 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 39,726 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 37,430 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 35,541 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2012 35,203 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 34,643 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 34,188 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 33,444 miles

Oil leak

slight play in nearside steering rack

Fail 30 Aug 2008 30,232 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 30 Aug 2008 30,232 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 29,097 miles

advised fuel line to fuel pump may need replacement

Pass 6 Sep 2006 27,678 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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D793 BLK is a 1987 Panther Kallista in Red with a 2cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1987 Panther Kallista models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 43,598 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 D793 BLK, 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 39 years old, this Panther Kallista is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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D793 BLK is a 1987 Panther Kallista, first registered on 19 February 1987.

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