2012 BMW 1 Series 2L Sport 3dr — £4,995 Listing Review

Reviewed by Car-Search.ai | 28 April 2026 | Wavertree, Liverpool
£4,995
77,601 miles | Diesel | Manual | Hatchback
Listing Quality
46/100
Average
vs Market Average
-43%
Below Market
Value Retention
45/100
Moderate Depreciation
Our Verdict
46 /100

This 2012 BMW 1 Series 2L Sport 3dr is listed at £4,995 by Wavertree Car Centre Limited in Wavertree. It has 77,601 miles on the clock. At 43% below the market average of £8,823, this looks competitively priced based on 32 comparable listings. Our depreciation analysis shows this vehicle is losing approximately £1,546/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 Sport 3dr
Body Style Hatchback
Colour Orange
Fuel Type Diesel
Gearbox Manual
Mileage 77,601 miles
Engine 2L
Doors 3
Seats 5
CO2 117 g/km
Euro Status Euro 5
ULEZ Compliant 0
Road Tax £35/yr
All Features & Equipment (119)
12V Power Socket - Centre Console12V Power Socket - Rear of Centre Console and Rear Passenger Footwell17in Alloy Wheels - Light Star Spoke - 25617in Alloy Wheels - Light Star Spoke - 379ABS - Anti Lock Braking SystemActive Differential BrakeAir Conditioning - ManualAirbags - CurtainAirbags - DriverAirbags - Front SideAirbags - PassengerAirbags - Passenger DeactivationAlarm System Thatcham 1 with Remote ControlAmbient Interior LightingArmrest - 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 - Rear with Black High Gloss FinisherBumper 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 OffCup Holders - FrontDaytime Running LightsDBC - Dynamic Brake ControlDeformation Zones - Front and RearDoor Handles - Body ColourDoor Mirrors - Black HousingDoor Mirrors - Body Coloured HousingDoor Mirrors - HeatedDoor Sill Finishers - BMW DesignationDoor Sill Finishers - BMW Designation - BlackDrive Performance ControlDrive Performance Control - ECO PRO - Comfort - Sport - Sport PlusDSC - Dynamic Stability Control - Stabilises the Vehicle in Extreme Situations - Controls TractionDTC - Dynamic Traction ControlDynamic Brake LightsEBD - Electronic Brake-Force DistributionElectric Windows - Front and Rear with Open-Close Fingertip ControlEngine ImmobiliserEnhanced Bluetooth Telephone Functionality with USB Audio Interface and Voice ControlFirst Aid KitFloor Mats - VelourFollow Me Home Headlight FunctionFront Air Inlet with High-Gloss Black FinisherFront Fog LightsGrab Handles - in Roof Lining x4Handbrake Lever - Gear Lever Knob and Gaiters in LeatherHead Restraints - Rear and FoldingHeadlights - Beam Throw ControlHeat Protection Glazing with Green TintHeated Windscreen Washer JetsHeight Adjustable Drivers Seat - ManualHeight Adjustable Passenger Seat - ManualHigh Level Third Brake LightHill Start AssistIncorrect Fuelling Protection SystemInterior Trim - Black High GlossInterior Trim - Black High Gloss with Coral Red FinisherInterior Trim - Brushed AluminiumInterior Trim Finisher - Black High GlossInterior Trim Finisher - Coral RedKey - Button for Opening and Closing Lockable Contents - Windows - Luggage CompartmentKidney Grille - Chrome Extra-Wide High-Gloss Black Vertical SlatsLights-On WarningLocking Wheel BoltsLuggage Compartment - Lashing Eyes x2Luggage Compartment - LightMobility Tyre Sealing SystemMultifunction Controls for Steering WheelNon Smokers PackageOBC - On-Board ComputerOBD - On Board DiagnosisPersonal ProfilePower Steering - ElectricRain Sensor with Automatic Headlight ActivationRear Window WiperRemote Control Including Integrated Key - 2Remote Control with Integrated Key with Insert in RedRoof Mouldings - Body ColourRun Flat TyresSeats - 60-40 Split Folding RearSeats - Front - Manual Height AdjustmentSeats - Third RearSide Impact ProtectionSpeed Limit FunctionSport Instrument ClusterSport Multi-Function Leather Steering Wheel - Three SpokeSport Seats - FrontStart-Stop Button with Comfort Go Keyless Engine StartStart-Stop Deactivation ButtonSteering Column with Manual Reach and Rake AdjustmentSteering Wheel - 3-Spoke LeatherSteering Wheel - Sport - Leather - Multifunction with Red StitchingStorage Compartment - Rear Centre Console and in Door Trim - FrontSun Protection GlazingSun Protection PackageSun Visors with Vanity MirrorsTPWS - Tyre Pressure Warning SystemTrack Cloth - Anthracite/GreyTrim - SilverTrim Designation DeletionValencia OrangeWelcome LightingWindscreen with Grey Shade Band
Below MarketListed at £4,995 vs market average of £8,823 (-43%)
Market Low
£1,881
Market Average
£8,823
Market High
£21,750
Comparables
32 listings

Based on 32 comparable BMW 1 Series listings.

Age Depreciation
Slow Depreciation
£716/year
Mileage Impact
Slow Depreciation
£415/5k mi
Combined (10k mi/yr)
Moderate Depreciation
£1,546/yr
This Vehicle vs Model
Age-predicted: £7,224 (£-2,229)
Mileage-predicted: £11,109 (£-6,114)
Scenarios: 5k mi/yr £-1,131/yr | 10k mi/yr £-1,546/yr | 15k mi/yr £-1,961/yr

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

46
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
31 photos
10/10
Features & key selling points
119 listed
8/8
Technical specifications
9 specs provided
7/7
Competitiveness
How well does this listing compete against similar vehicles for buyer attention?
21/25Good
Clear pricing
£4,995
8/8
Monthly payment shown
Not shown
0/4
Visual presentation
31 photos
5/5
Key selling points
119 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

Wavertree Car Centre Limited

Wavertree, Liverpool L15 8HE