1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata Base
JM1NA3514P1412948
Vehicle history report for the 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata Base (VIN JM1NA3514P1412948). Red, convertible/cabriolet, 1.6L 4-cyl 116 hp, gasoline. 110,668 mi reported. Registered in Fl. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
At a glance
Vehicle identity & specifications
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MPG & running costs
U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata with this engine.
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions with this engine; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages. Actual mileage varies with trim and driving conditions.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Full vehicle history report
What a full report checks for VIN JM1NA3514P1412948
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Safety recall campaigns
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on all 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata, here are the most-reported problem areas — and what to check before you buy.
💥 2 involved a crash 🚑 1 reported injury
🔍 Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
🔍 Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.
🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
🔍 Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
🔍 Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 9
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
SEAT BELTS
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 MAZDA MIATA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT WOULD UNLATCH INDEPENDENTLY WHILE DRIVING. THE CONTACT WAS UNSURE IF THE FAILURE WAS CONTRIBUTED TO THE BUCKLE OR THE RETRACTOR SYSTEM. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIR…
NHTSA ODI #10452246SEAT BELTS
FALSE SEATBELT ENGAGEMENT. SEATBELT 'CLICKS', THEN 1, 2, 5 MINUTES LATER, BELT SPONTANEOUSLY DISENGAGES.I HAVE OWNED MULTIPLE MIATAS; I HAD TO REPLACE BELTS IN MY 1992 MIATA FOR THE SAME REASON. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10292185AIR BAGS
TL*- THE CONTACT STATED THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT FOR THE 1993 MAZDA MIATA FLASHED CONTINUOUSLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP, AND THEY REPLACED THE MAIN CRASH SENSOR. THE CONTACT STATED THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHTS CONTINUED TO FLASH. THE DEALERSHIP THEN RECOMMENDED REPLACING THE AIRBAG WIRING HARNESS. THIS HAS YET TO BE REPLACED. THE DEALERSHIP ADV…
NHTSA ODI #10184043AIR BAGS
WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH THE AIR BAG SUDDENLY DEPLOYED. *NLM *TS
NHTSA ODI #10019964AIR BAGS
AIRBAG LIGHT FLASHED CONTINUOUSLY. DEALER ADVISED CONSUMER THAT AIRBAG COULD DEPLOY AT ANY TIME, AND WAS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. THIS DEFECT COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT AND OR INJURIES. VEHICLE HAS NOT YET ENCOUNTERED ANY ACCIDENTS. *AK
NHTSA ODI #863878AIR BAGS
CONSUMER WAS IN AN ACCIDENT, AND HER AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK
Crash · NHTSA ODI #838562SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
WHEN APPLYING THE HYDRAULIC BRAKES IN WET WEATHER, THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR, AND BRAKES FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. *AK
NHTSA ODI #807668STRUCTURE
VEHICLE WENT OUT OF CONTROL, ROLLED DOWN AN EMBANKMENT, NO ROLL BAR, OCCUPANTS PARALYZED. *AK
Crash · 1 injured · NHTSA ODI #971475+ 1 more complaints on record.
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Is the VIN JM1NA3514P1412948 valid?
JM1NA3514P1412948 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in Japan. It decodes to the 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
What fuel economy does the 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata get?
The 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata has U.S. EPA estimates of 23–24 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.