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E84 DPJ

1987 Panther Kallista

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

27,243 mi
Last recorded27,243 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 Panther Kallista43,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE84 DPJ
MakePanther
ModelKallista
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 27,243 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2025 26,586 miles

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

Fail 31 Mar 2025 26,586 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Apr 2024 25,844 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 24,144 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 23,466 miles

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

fuel pipes deteriorated

Fail 14 Mar 2022 23,466 miles

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

fuel pipes deteriorated

Pass 10 Mar 2021 22,542 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2021 22,533 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Driver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Feb 2020 21,674 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2020 21,665 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 20,805 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

off side rear wheel starting to bind

Pass 12 Mar 2018 19,972 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 18,835 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2017 18,828 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 17,482 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 17,150 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 17,150 miles

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

Fail 13 Mar 2015 17,145 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Mar 2014 14,674 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 14,340 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 14,276 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 May 2008 14,276 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 14,132 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 13,991 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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E84 DPJ is a 1987 Panther Kallista in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 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 E84 DPJ, 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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What year was E84 DPJ registered?

E84 DPJ is a 1987 Panther Kallista, first registered on 3 November 1987.

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