The BMW 1 SERIES (2007-13) 118D 2DR COUPE 2.0 DPF 143 EU5 SPORT PLUS EDITION 6SPD is a compact premium coupe: a lower, sleeker two-door alternative to the more common 1 Series hatchback. It brings BMW badge appeal and a distinctive shape to the UK used-car market, while remaining easier to park and live with than larger executive cars. mycarcheck.com has recorded 1,444 look-ups across 596 different VINs, a useful sample of cars shoppers have researched. Checks show an average private-sale valuation of £4,200, average recorded mileage of 90,000 miles and annual use of 8,000 miles. Cars have had around three to four previous keepers on average, so reviewing each car’s history and condition matters. The diesel suits commuters and couples seeking an economical, smart-looking car, although rear access is less handy than in a hatchback. Coupe styling and road manners distinguish it from Audi A3 and Volkswagen Golf rivals.