2015 BMW 1 Series 1.6L Sport 5dr — £7,999 Listing Review
Reviewed by Car-Search.ai | 29 April 2026 | Reading
£7,999
51,000 miles | Petrol | Manual | Hatchback
Listing Quality
50/100
Average
vs Market Average
-33%
Below Market
Value Retention
45/100
Moderate Depreciation
Our Verdict
50
/100
This 2015 BMW 1 Series 1.6L Sport 5dr is listed at £7,999 by TransAuto in Reading. It has 51,000 miles on the clock. At 33% below the market average of £12,026, this looks competitively priced based on 58 comparable listings. Our depreciation analysis shows this vehicle is losing approximately £2,182/year in value. The listing quality is average — it could benefit from more photos or detailed specifications.
Year
2015
Make
BMW
Model
1 Series
Trim
1.6L Sport 5dr
Body Style
Hatchback
Colour
White
Fuel Type
Petrol
Gearbox
Manual
Mileage
51,000 miles
Engine
1.6L
Doors
5
Seats
5
CO2
129 g/km
Euro Status
Euro 6
ULEZ Compliant
Yes
Road Tax
£165/yr
Monthly Payment
£166.51/mo
All Features & Equipment (103)
12V Power Socket - Centre Console12V Power Socket - Passenger Footwell17in Alloy Wheels - Light Double Spoke Star - 6556.5in Colour Display ScreenABS - Anti Lock Braking SystemADB Sport - Active Differential BrakeAir Conditioning - ManualAirbags - Curtain Head Protection systemAirbags - DriverAirbags - Front SideAirbags - PassengerAirbags - Passenger DeactivationAlarm System Thatcham 1 with Remote ControlAlpine WhiteAmbient Lighting - Switchable BMW Classic Orange - Cold White - LEDArmrest - Front and Rear Integrated into Door TrimArmrest - Front with Sliding AdjustmentASC - Automatic Stability ControlAuxiliary InputBattery Safety Cut OffBluetooth Hands Free with USB Audio InterfaceBMW Emergency CallBMW Professional Radio - Single CD and MP3BMW TeleServicesBrake AssistBrake DryingBrake Pad Wear IndicatorBumper - Rear with Black High Gloss FinisherBumpers - Body ColourCBC - Cornering Brake ControlCentral Locking - RemoteCheck Control Warning SystemChild Proof Locking System - Rear DoorsChild Seat ISOFIX Attachment - RearCrash Sensor - Activating Central Locking-Hazard Warning Lights-Fuel Cut OffCup Holders x2DAB Digital RadioDaytime Running LightsDBC - Dynamic Brake ControlDoor Handles - Body ColourDoor Mirrors - Body ColouredDoor Mirrors - Electric and HeatedDoor Pockets on Rear DoorsDoor Sill Finishers - Sport DesignationDrive Performance Control - ECO PRO - Comfort - Sport and Sport PlusDSC - Dynamic Stability Control PlusDTC - Dynamic Traction ControlDynamic Brake LightsElectric Windows - Front and Rear with Open-Close Fingertip ControlEngine ImmobiliserEnhanced Bluetooth Telephone Preparation with USB Audio InterfaceExhaust Tailpipes - Dark ChromeExtended StorageFirst Aid KitFloor Mats - VelourFollow Me Home Headlight FunctionFront Air Inlet with High-Gloss Black FinisherFront Fog LightsGear Knob - LeatherGlove Compartment - Opener with Chrome TrimGrab Handles - Integrated in Roof Lining x4Halogen HeadlightsHandbrake - LeatherHead Restraints - Rear and FoldingHeadlights - Automatic ActivationHeadlights - Beam Throw ControlHeat Protection Glazing with Green TintHeated Windscreen Washer JetsHigh Level Third Brake LightHill Start AssistInterior Lighting - Front and Rear CentreInterior Trim - Black High GlossInterior Trim Finisher - Coral RedKidney Grille - Extra Wide High Gloss Black Vertical SlatsLights-on Audio WarningLocking Wheel BoltsLuggage Compartment - Lashing EyesMultifunction Controls for Steering WheelOBC - On-Board ComputerOptimum Shift IndicatorPersonal ProfilePower Steering - ElectricRain SensorRoof Mouldings - Body ColourRun Flat TyresSeats - Driver Manual AdjustmentSeats - Passenger Manual AdjustmentSeats - Split Rear 60-40Shark Fin AerialSmokers Package DeletionSpeakers x6Speed Limit FunctionSport Seats - FrontStart-Stop Button with Comfort Go Keyless Engine StartSteering Column with Manual Reach and Rake AdjustmentSteering Wheel - Black Leather - Sport - Three SpokeStorage Compartment in Rear Centre ConsoleStorage Nets on Seat BackrestsSun Visors with Illuminated Vanity Mirrors and Ticket PocketTPMS - Tyre Pressure Monitoring SystemTrim Designation DeletionWarning TriangleWelcome Lighting
Below MarketListed at £7,999 vs market average of £12,026 (-33%)
Market Low
£6,195
Market Average
£12,026
Market High
£20,500
Comparables
58 listings
Based on 58 comparable BMW 1 Series listings.
Age Depreciation
Slow Depreciation
£1,276/year
Mileage Impact
Slow Depreciation
£453/5k mi
Combined (10k mi/yr)
Moderate Depreciation
£2,182/yr
This Vehicle vs Model
Age-predicted: £10,126 (£-2,127)
Mileage-predicted: £13,786 (£-5,787)
Scenarios: 5k mi/yr £-1,729/yr | 10k mi/yr £-2,182/yr | 15k mi/yr £-2,635/yr
Based on 355 comparable listings. Slopes from smoothed depreciation curves.
50
Overall Listing Quality
Average — some areas could be improved.
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