The BMW 1 SERIES (2011-15) 116D 5DR HATCHBACK 2.0 DPF SS 116 EU5 M SPORT BUSINESS MEDIA AUTO8 is a premium five-door hatchback, rivaling the Volkswagen Golf and Ford Focus. M Sport styling and rear-wheel-drive handling give it a sportier character, while the automatic suits everyday use. It works well for commuters and families needing comfortable transport, with five doors for passengers and shopping, and flexibility for town driving, motorways and weekends away. The diesel engine can suit regular longer journeys; check its service record and emissions equipment carefully if your trips are mostly short. mycarcheck.com records 1,079 checks covering 409 distinct VINs. Average recorded mileage is 94,000, with around 9,000 miles driven annually and nearly four previous keepers; the average private-sale valuation is £6,300. Treat these as helpful benchmarks, not guarantees: each BMW 116d’s condition, history and mileage matter. M Sport looks and engaging handling distinguish it from rivals.