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F394 KJN

1988 Panther Kallista

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

65,476 mi
Last recorded65,476 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 1988 Panther Kallista38,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF394 KJN
MakePanther
ModelKallista
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 65,476 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 65,108 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 65,010 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2023 64,996 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Steering column universal joint insecure joint to steering rack clamp loose/insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 64,612 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2021 63,658 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 63,445 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2020 63,398 miles

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

Central Exhaust mounting defective mount missing (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 3 May 2019 61,187 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 61,061 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 58,951 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 58,205 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 56,886 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 56,886 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2014 53,611 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 52,433 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 48,242 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 47,401 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 45,557 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 42,737 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 39,557 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 38,390 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 37,790 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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F394 KJN is a 1988 Panther Kallista in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1988 Panther Kallista models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 38,415 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 F394 KJN, 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 38 years old, this Panther Kallista is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F394 KJN registered?

F394 KJN is a 1988 Panther Kallista, first registered on 11 August 1988.

Is F394 KJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for F394 KJN shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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