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GIL 2712

1989 Panther Kallista

Cream Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

64,830 mi
Last recorded64,830 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2022
Typical for 1989 Panther Kallista43,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGIL 2712
MakePanther
ModelKallista
Year1989
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2022 64,830 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2020 64,777 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 25 Jun 2020 64,777 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 64,712 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 64,576 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 64,476 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 63,838 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2013 63,838 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Fuel hose excessively damaged (7.2.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 63,566 miles

rear fuel pipes starting to split

Pass 9 Dec 2009 62,910 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 62,528 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2008 62,528 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Aug 2007 61,710 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 61,710 miles

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

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

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

Offside Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 61,212 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2006 61,212 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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GIL 2712 is a 1989 Panther Kallista in Cream with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1989 Panther Kallista models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 43,212 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 GIL 2712, 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 37 years old, this Panther Kallista is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GIL 2712 registered?

GIL 2712 is a 1989 Panther Kallista, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is GIL 2712 safe to buy?

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