The BMW 1 SERIES 3DR SPORTS HATCH (2015-18) 120I 3DR SPORTS HATCH 1.6 SS 177 EU6 M SPORT NAV AUTO8 is a premium, three-door petrol hatchback offering a smart alternative to mainstream family hatchbacks. In the UK market, it sits alongside the Audi A3 and Mercedes-Benz A-Class, adding BMW’s sporty image in a compact, everyday package. mycarcheck.com has recorded 20 checks covering seven distinct VINs, so the sample is useful but modest. Those checks show an average private-sale valuation of £11,900, average recorded mileage of 22,000 miles and annual mileage of 3,000 miles. Cars averaged 1.45 previous keepers, suggesting many examples have had relatively limited ownership. Navigation, M Sport styling and an eight-speed automatic suit commuters and couples seeking comfort with a livelier feel than ordinary hatchbacks. Three doors limit rear-seat access compared with five-door rivals, but the BMW’s premium image and sporty character make this 120i a distinctive, enjoyable choice.