The BMW 1 SERIES (2007-13) 118D 2DR COUPE 2.0 DPF 143 EU5 ES AUTO6 is a compact, premium two-door coupe: a more stylish, lower-slung alternative to the 1 Series hatchback, rather than a family-sized saloon. It brings BMW badge appeal to the UK used-car market in a relatively manageable package. mycarcheck.com records 102 look-ups covering 20 distinct VINs, a useful snapshot rather than a full census. Across those checks, average private-sale valuation was £2,700, recorded mileage 119,000, and annual mileage 4,000; cars had averaged about 4.7 previous keepers. These figures help frame expectations, but each car’s history and condition matter. The 143bhp diesel and six-speed automatic suit commuting and longer trips, while its two-door shape appeals to singles or couples wanting something smarter than an ordinary hatchback. It can be economical, but rivals such as the Audi A3 offer similar premium appeal; inspect service records, emissions equipment and ownership history.