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VSV 738

1984 Panther Kallista

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

58,348 mi
Last recorded58,348 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 1984 Panther Kallista51,276 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVSV 738
MakePanther
ModelKallista
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 58,348 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 58,143 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 58,039 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2022 57,814 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 57,755 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 57,557 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 57,339 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 57,217 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 56,852 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 56,693 miles

Steering column universal joint is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

all 4 coil spring rusting

both front and rear lower suspensions arms rusting

nearside chassis rail starting too get weak with rust in center

Fail 29 Nov 2016 56,693 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Steering column universal joint is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

all 4 coil spring rusting

both front and rear lower suspensions arms rusting

nearside chassis rail starting too get weak with rust in center

Pass 22 Oct 2015 55,401 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2015 55,401 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 53,521 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 51,923 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 51,277 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 49,897 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 48,733 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 47,197 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 45,278 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 27 Oct 2008 45,278 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Nov 2007 43,306 miles

Offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 6 Oct 2006 41,803 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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VSV 738 is a 1984 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 1984 Panther Kallista models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 51,276 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 VSV 738, 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 42 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 VSV 738 registered?

VSV 738 is a 1984 Panther Kallista, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is VSV 738 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VSV 738 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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