2012 BMW 1 Series 2L M Sport 3dr — £4,895 Listing Review

Reviewed by Car-Search.ai | 28 April 2026 | Coventry
£4,895
99,000 miles | Diesel | Manual | Hatchback
Listing Quality
50/100
Average
vs Market Average
-34%
Below Market
Value Retention
45/100
Moderate Depreciation
Our Verdict
50 /100

This 2012 BMW 1 Series 2L M Sport 3dr is listed at £4,895 by Coventry Sterling Motors Ltd in Coventry. It has 99,000 miles on the clock. At 34% below the market average of £7,454, this looks competitively priced based on 33 comparable listings. Our depreciation analysis shows this vehicle is losing approximately £2,426/year in value. The listing quality is average — it could benefit from more photos or detailed specifications.

Year 2012
Make BMW
Model 1 Series
Trim 2L M Sport 3dr
Body Style Hatchback
Colour Grey
Fuel Type Diesel
Gearbox Manual
Mileage 99,000 miles
Engine 2L
Doors 3
Seats 5
CO2 118 g/km
Euro Status Euro 5
ULEZ Compliant 0
Road Tax £35/yr
Monthly Payment £102.06/mo
All Features & Equipment (127)
12V Power Socket - Centre Console12V Power Socket - Rear of Centre Console and Rear Passenger Footwell17in Alloy Wheels - Light Double Spoke - 207M18in Alloy Wheels - Light M Star Spoke - 386MABS - Anti Lock Braking SystemActive Differential BrakeAir Conditioning - Automatic with Two-Zone ControlAirbags - CurtainAirbags - DriverAirbags - Front SideAirbags - PassengerAirbags - Passenger DeactivationAlarm System Thatcham 1 with Remote ControlArmrest - Front and Rear Integrated into Door TrimArmrest - Front with Sliding AdjustmentASC - Automatic Stability ControlAuxiliary InputBattery Safety Cut OffBluetooth Hands Free with USB Audio InterfaceBMW Mobility SystemBMW Online servicesBMW Professional Radio - Single CD and MP3BMW TeleServicesBrake AssistBrake DryingBrake Pad Wear Indicator - Front and RearBrake ReadinessBumper 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 x2Crash Sensor - Activating Central Locking-Hazard Warning Lights-Fuel Cut OffCruise ControlCup Holders - FrontDAB Digital RadioDaytime Running LightsDBC - Dynamic Brake ControlDeformation Zones - Front and RearDoor Handles - Body ColourDoor Mirrors - Body Coloured HousingDoor Mirrors - HeatedDoor Sill Finishers - BMW DesignationDrive Performance ControlDrive Performance Control - ECO PRO - Comfort - Sport - Sport PlusDriver Comfort PackageDSC - Dynamic Stability Control - Stabilises the Vehicle in Extreme Situations - Controls TractionDTC - Dynamic Traction ControlDynamic Brake LightsEBD - Electronic Brake-Force DistributionElectric Windows - FrontEngine ImmobiliserEnhanced Bluetooth Telephone Functionality with USB Audio Interface and Voice ControlExtended LightingExtended StorageExterior Trim - High-Gloss ShadowlineFirst Aid KitFloor Mats - VelourFollow Me Home Headlight FunctionFront Fog LightsGearshift Lever with M DesignationGrab Handles - in Roof Lining x4Handbrake Lever - Gear Lever Knob and Gaiters in LeatherHead Restraints - Rear and FoldingHeadlights - Automatic ActivationHeadlights - Beam Throw ControlHeadlining - AnthraciteHeat Protection Glazing with Green TintHeated Windscreen Washer JetsHeight Adjustable Drivers Seat - ManualHeight Adjustable Passenger Seat - ManualHigh Level Third Brake LightHill Start AssistIncorrect Fuelling Protection SystemInstrument ClusterInterior Comfort PackageInterior Trim - Aluminium HexagonInterior Trim - Brushed AluminiumInterior Trim Finisher - Black High GlossKey - Button for Opening and Closing Lockable Contents - Windows - Luggage CompartmentKidney Grille - Chrome with Black Vertical SlatsLights-On WarningLocking Wheel BoltsLuggage Compartment - Lashing Eyes x2Luggage Compartment - LightM Aerodynamic BodystylingM Sport PackageM Sport SuspensionMineral GreyMobility Tyre Sealing SystemMultifunction Controls for Steering WheelNon Smokers PackageOBC - On-Board ComputerOBD - On Board DiagnosisPDC - Park Distance Control - RearPersonal ProfilePower Steering - ElectricPuddle Lights in Exterior Door HandlesRain Sensor with Automatic Headlight ActivationReading Lights - Front and RearRear Window WiperRemote Control Including Integrated Key - 2Remote Control with Integrated Key with Insert in BlueRoof Mouldings - Body ColourRun Flat TyresSeats - 60-40 Split Folding RearSeats - Front - Manual Height AdjustmentSeats - Third RearServotronic SteeringSide Impact ProtectionSpeed Limit FunctionSport Seats - FrontStart-Stop Button with Comfort Go Keyless Engine StartStart-Stop Deactivation ButtonSteering Column with Manual Reach and Rake AdjustmentSteering Wheel - M Sport Leather MultifunctionStorage Compartment - Rear Centre Console and in Door Trim - FrontSun Protection GlazingSun Protection PackageSun Visors with Vanity MirrorsTPWS - Tyre Pressure Warning SystemTrim - Aluminium Glacier SilverTrim Finisher - Estoril Blue - MattUSB Audio InterfaceWelcome LightingWindscreen with Grey Shade Band
Below MarketListed at £4,895 vs market average of £7,454 (-34%)
Market Low
£1,881
Market Average
£7,454
Market High
£16,500
Comparables
33 listings

Based on 33 comparable BMW 1 Series listings.

Age Depreciation
Slow Depreciation
£716/year
Mileage Impact
Moderate Depreciation
£855/5k mi
Combined (10k mi/yr)
Moderate Depreciation
£2,426/yr
This Vehicle vs Model
Age-predicted: £7,224 (£-2,329)
Mileage-predicted: £9,993 (£-5,098)
Scenarios: 5k mi/yr £-1,571/yr | 10k mi/yr £-2,426/yr | 15k mi/yr £-3,281/yr

Based on 355 comparable listings. Slopes from smoothed depreciation curves.

50
Overall Listing Quality
Average — some areas could be improved.
Information & Buyer Appeal
Does this listing give buyers enough information to make a decision?
25/25Good
Photos
29 photos
10/10
Features & key selling points
127 listed
8/8
Technical specifications
9 specs provided
7/7
Competitiveness
How well does this listing compete against similar vehicles for buyer attention?
25/25Good
Clear pricing
£4,895
8/8
Monthly payment shown
£102.06/mo
4/4
Visual presentation
29 photos
5/5
Key selling points
127 features highlighted
4/4
Detailed specifications
9 specs provided
4/4
SEO Quality
Page HTML not captured — scores are estimated
0/25Poor
Page HTML
Not captured — cannot analyze
0/25
AI Discoverability
How findable is this listing by ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini, and other AI search engines?
0/25Poor
Page HTML
Not captured — cannot analyze
0/25
How our review page compares
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About the Dealer

Coventry Sterling Motors Ltd

Coventry CV6 4AB