BMW 1 SERIES (2004-07) 116I 5DR HATCHBACK 1.6 115 SE
Buyer's Guide & Data from our Checks
The BMW 1 SERIES (2004-07) 116I 5DR HATCHBACK 1.6 115 SE is a compact premium five-door hatchback, offering a more upmarket alternative to mainstream small family cars. In the UK used-car market, it sits between practical everyday transport and an entry-level BMW, with rear-wheel-drive character and familiar badge appeal.
Mycarcheck.com has recorded 3,120 checks covering 1,480 different VINs, a substantial sample of interest in this model. The data shows an average private-sale value of £1,200 and latest recorded mileage of 111,000 miles; cars average 6,000 miles annually and nearly six previous keepers. These are useful guideposts, not a valuation or verdict on an individual car.
The five-door suits commuters and small families with compact dimensions for town. The 116i SE offers an everyday premium feel and engaging drive. Compared with the Audi A3 and Volkswagen Golf, its BMW character stands out on everyday journeys; check any example’s history and condition.
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Key Findings
The following statistics are drawn from our checks of 1,480 different vehicles, run between February 17th 2021 and September 30th 2026. These real-world insights provide context for this vehicle's place in the market, as well as its typical usage.
3,120
Lookups
Lookups
417
Hidden Histories
Hidden Histories
117k
Average Mileage
Average Mileage
£1,200
Average Valuation
Average Valuation
