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1990 Eunos MX-5 1.6L Petrol · G288 LNY

G288 LNY

1990 Eunos MX-5 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01/02/1990. Recorded mileage 161,748 miles. MOT status: Expired. Taxed until 01/05/2027.

Make & Model
EUNOS MX-5
Year / Origin
1990 · Maidstone
MOT Status
Valid until 06/05/2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01/05/2027)
Recorded Mileage
161,748 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 06/05/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/05/2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
1990
Engine
1590cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness with a remarkably stable maintenance trend. The most recent inspection conducted on May 7, 2025 at 161,748 miles resulted in no defects or advisories, indicating that the car currently meets all MOT standard requirements. This follows several years of clean passes, suggesting that the current ownership is proactive in addressing mechanical requirements before they escalate into failures. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 36-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,500 miles per year. Between February 2022 and May 2025, the car covered 6,460 miles, showing a consistent pattern of low-intensity use over time. While this low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, the long intervals between tests can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components and seals, though the record does not show any resulting mechanical failures. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis, as older MX-5 models are prone to corrosion regardless of low mileage. The February 2021 test at 154,326 miles flagged a nearside rear wheel bearing with slight play, which was subsequently rectified given the clean records. While this specific issue appears resolved, a thorough check of the suspension bushes and wheel bearings remains necessary to ensure no new play has developed. Given the age of the vehicle, inspecting the brake lines for corrosion and the perished hoses is essential to ensure the low-mileage history has not masked hidden environmental damage.

G288 LNY Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 07/05/2025
  • 161,748 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
65
/ 100 · Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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G288 LNY Mileage History

  1. 02/02/2022155,288 mi
  2. 08/05/2023159,070 mi+3,782 mi
  3. 06/05/2024159,925 mi+855 mi
  4. 07/05/2025161,748 mi+1,823 mi

Average of roughly 1,983 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

G288 LNY MOT History

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MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1990 Eunos Mx-5 (G288 LNY) between February 2022 and May 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

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ADVISORY