BMW 1 SERIES (2004-07) 118D 5DR HATCHBACK 2.0 122

Buyer's Guide & Data from our Checks

The BMW 1 SERIES (2004-07) 118D 5DR HATCHBACK 2.0 122 is a five-door compact family hatchback, offering a premium alternative to mainstream rivals such as the Ford Focus and Volkswagen Golf. Its diesel engine suits regular journeys, while five doors help with passengers and shopping. mycarcheck.com checks recorded 176 look-ups across 90 distinct VINs, a sample of used-car interest. The average private-sale valuation is £800; average recorded mileage is 152,000, with annual mileage of 6,000. Vehicles checked had an average of almost eight previous keepers. These figures are not a guarantee for any individual car, so check its history and condition. The 118d is known for a more engaging feel than many hatchback rivals, appealing to commuters and small households seeking a premium badge, practical five-door access and economical diesel running. Older, high-mileage examples deserve careful history and condition checks. A well-kept BMW 1 Series remains a distinctive used-car choice.

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Key Findings

The following statistics are drawn from our checks of 90 different vehicles, run between February 20th 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.
176
Lookups
66
Hidden Histories
165k
Average Mileage
£800
Average Valuation