The BMW 1 SERIES (2011-15) 118I 3DR HATCHBACK 1.6 SS 170 EU5 M SPORT AUTO8 is a premium, three-door petrol hatchback, aimed at buyers wanting a compact car with upmarket appeal. In the UK market it sits above mainstream family hatchbacks, and is easy to place in town. mycarcheck.com recorded 53 look-ups covering 23 different VINs, a useful sample of cars checked. The average private-sale valuation was £6,900, with average recorded mileage of 69,000 miles and annual mileage of 11,000. Cars had around 3.4 previous keepers on average, so buyers should check each car’s history and condition carefully. This automatic M Sport version suits commuters and couples who value a smart cabin, distinctive styling and relaxed, responsive everyday driving. Its three-door layout is less convenient for regular rear-seat passengers than a five-door rival such as a Volkswagen Golf, but offers a sportier, more individual alternative to mainstream hatchbacks.