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FIW 415

1988 Panther Kallista

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

35,596 mi
Last recorded35,596 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 1988 Panther Kallista38,415 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIW 415
MakePanther
ModelKallista
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 35,596 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 35,232 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 34,887 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2023 34,861 miles

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Mar 2022 34,679 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 34,381 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 34,291 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 33,957 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2014 33,957 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 33,595 miles

battery anchor mount loose.

Pass 1 Oct 2012 32,943 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 32,935 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2011 32,935 miles

Nearside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 32,932 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 32,776 miles
Fail 22 May 2006 32,776 miles

Nearside Front brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 7 Jul 2005 32,442 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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FIW 415 is a 1988 Panther Kallista in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 FIW 415, 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 FIW 415 registered?

FIW 415 is a 1988 Panther Kallista, first registered on 30 June 1988.

Is FIW 415 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FIW 415 shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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