The BMW 1 SERIES (2007-13) 116I 3DR HATCHBACK 2.0 122 6SPD is a premium-feeling, three-door family hatchback, aimed at drivers wanting a compact car with a more upmarket badge. Rear-wheel drive gives it a distinctive, engaging feel compared with many front-wheel-drive rivals, while its compact size suits town streets and everyday parking. The mycarcheck.com picture is based on 10 look-ups covering five distinct VINs, so treat it as a useful snapshot rather than a market-wide rule. Those checks show an average private-sale value of £2,200 and recorded mileage of 83,000; average annual use is 8,000 miles. The cars checked had 5.7 previous keepers on average, making history checks especially worthwhile. With a six-speed manual and 122bhp, this 116i suits commuters, couples and drivers who value responsive handling over space. It feels more driver-focused than a hatchback, though three doors and modest rear room make it less convenient for growing families.