2014 BMW 3 Series — £12,340 Listing Review
Reviewed by Car-Search.ai | 24 April 2026 | Rainham
£12,340
48,020 miles | Diesel | Automatic | Saloon
Listing Quality
37/100
Poor
vs Market Average
-12%
Below Market
Value Retention
45/100
Moderate Depreciation
Our Verdict
37
/100
This 2014 BMW 3 Series is listed at £12,340 by Cargem in Rainham. It has 48,020 miles on the clock. At 12% below the market average of £13,995, this looks competitively priced based on 26 comparable listings. Our depreciation analysis shows this vehicle is losing approximately £2,439/year in value. The listing quality is poor — limited photos and sparse specifications make it harder to assess this vehicle remotely.
Year
2014
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Body Style
Saloon
Colour
Black
Fuel Type
Diesel
Gearbox
Automatic
Mileage
48,020 miles
Engine
2L
Doors
4
Seats
5
CO2
118 g/km
Euro Status
Euro 5
ULEZ Compliant
0
Monthly Payment
£242.99/mo
All Features & Equipment (115)
12V Power Socket in Front Centre Console and Passenger Footwell18in Alloy Wheels - Light M Star Spoke - 400M6.5in Colour Display ScreenABS - Anti Lock Braking SystemAir Conditioning - Automatic with Two-Zone ControlAir MicrofilterAirbags - DriverAirbags - First and Second Seat Row ITS HeadAirbags - Front SideAirbags - PassengerAirbags - Passenger DeactivationAlarm System Thatcham 1 with Remote ControlAmbient Lighting - Switchable BMW Classic Orange - WhiteArmrest - Front and Rear Integrated into Door TrimArmrest - Front with Storage CompartmentArmrest - Rear CentreASC - Automatic Stability ControlAutomatically Dimming Rear View MirrorBattery Safety Cut OffBelt Force Limiters - FrontBluetooth Hands Free with USB Audio InterfaceBMW Professional Radio - Single CD and MP3Bottle Holders - Front Door Storage CompartmentsBrake AssistBrake DryingBrake Pad Wear Indicator - Front and RearBrake Pre-TensioningBumper System Front and Rear - Replaceable Deformation Elements for Impacts Up to 9mphCBC - Cornering Brake ControlCentral Locking SwitchCheck Control Warning SystemChild Proof Locking System - Rear DoorsChild Seat ISOFIX Attachment - Rear x2Coded Belt Buckles RearCrash Sensor - Activating Central Locking-Hazard Warning Lights-Fuel Cut OffCruise Control with Brake FunctionCup Holders - FrontCup Holders - Rear ArmrestDAB Digital RadioDakota Leather - Black with Black InteriorDaytime Running LightsDBC - Dynamic Brake ControlDisplay - 8.8in Colour ScreenDoor Mirrors - Electric and Heated and AsphericDoor Mirrors - Integrated Indicator Side RepeatersDoor Sill Finishers - M DesignationDrive Performance Control - ECO PRO - Comfort - Sport - Sport PlusDSC - Dynamic Stability Control PlusDTC - Dynamic Traction ControlDynamic Brake LightsElectric Windows - Front and Rear with Open-Close Fingertip ControlElectronic Differential LockEngine ImmobiliserEnhanced Bluetooth Telephone Preparation with USB Audio Interface and Voice ControlExhaust Tailpipe - Single-ChromeExtended LightingExterior Parts in Body Colour - Bumpers - Door Handles - Mirror Caps - Roof MouldingsExterior Trim - High-Gloss ShadowlineFirst Aid KitFloor Mats - VelourFollow Me Home Headlight FunctionFront Fog LightsGrab Handles - in Roof Lining x4Handbrake Lever - Gear Lever Knob and Gaiters in LeatherHeadlights - Automatic ActivationHeadlights - Beam Throw ControlHeadlining - AnthraciteHeat Protection Glazing with Green TintHeated Windscreen Washer JetsHigh Level Third Brake LightHill Start AssistiDrive Controller with Shortcut ButtonsIncorrect Fuelling Protection SystemInterior LightingInterior Trim - Aluminium HexagonInterior Trim - Aluminium Hexagon with Black High Gloss FinisherKidney Grille - Chrome Extra-Wide High-Gloss Black Vertical SlatsLED TailightsLights-On WarningLuggage Compartment - Lashing Eyes x4Luggage Compartment - LightM Aerodynamic BodystylingM Sport Instrument ClusterM Sport PackageM Sport SuspensionMedia Package - BMW BusinessMultifunction Controls for Steering WheelNon Smokers PackageOBC - On-Board ComputerPDC - Park Distance Control - RearPersonal ProfilePower Steering - ElectricPyrotechnic Belt Tensioners - FrontRain Sensor with Automatic Headlight ActivationRemote Control Including Integrated Key - 2Run Flat TyresSeat Belt Security Check for DriverSeats - Front - Manual Height AdjustmentSeats - Front HeatedSide Impact ProtectionSport Seats - FrontSteering Column with Manual Reach and Rake AdjustmentSteering Wheel - M Sport Leather MultifunctionStorage Compartment - Rear Centre Console and Front-Rear Door TrimSun Protection GlazingSun Visors with Illuminated Vanity Mirrors and Ticket HolderSun Visors with Vanity Mirrors and Ticket HolderSuspension - Front AluminiumTool Kit Located in Luggage CompartmentTPWS - Tyre Pressure Warning SystemTrim Finisher - Estoril Blue - MattUSB and 3.5mm Auxiliary Input in Centre Console for Auxiliary Playing DevicesWarning TriangleWelcome LightingWindscreen Wipers - Two-Speed with Adjustable Intervals
Below MarketListed at £12,340 vs market average of £13,995 (-12%)
Market Low
£4,810
Market Average
£13,995
Market High
£25,100
Comparables
26 listings
Based on 26 comparable BMW 3 Series listings.
Age Depreciation
Slow Depreciation
£569/year
Mileage Impact
Moderate Depreciation
£935/5k mi
Combined (10k mi/yr)
Moderate Depreciation
£2,439/yr
This Vehicle vs Model
Age-predicted: £11,440 (+£900)
Mileage-predicted: £21,767 (£-9,427)
Scenarios: 5k mi/yr £-1,504/yr | 10k mi/yr £-2,439/yr | 15k mi/yr £-3,374/yr
Based on 429 comparable listings. Slopes from smoothed depreciation curves.
37
Overall Listing Quality
Poor — significant gaps in information and optimisation.
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