2016 BMW 1 SERIES — £8,000 Listing Review
Reviewed by Car-Search.ai | 28 April 2026 | 2A Harwich Rd, Colchester
£8,000
109,500 miles | Diesel | Manual | Hatchback
Listing Quality
90/100
Good
vs Market Average
+9%
Above Market
Value Retention
45/100
Moderate Depreciation
Our Verdict
90
/100
This 2016 BMW 1 SERIES is listed at £8,000 by MCS Performance in 2A Harwich Rd. It has 109,500 miles on the clock. At 9% above the market average of £7,348, this is priced on the higher side compared to 23 similar listings. Our depreciation analysis shows this vehicle is losing approximately £2,660/year in value. The listing quality is good, with adequate photos and specifications provided.
Year
2016
Make
BMW
Model
1 SERIES
Body Style
Hatchback
Colour
White
Fuel Type
Diesel
Gearbox
Manual
Mileage
109,500 miles
Engine
2L
Seats
5
CO2
118 g/km
Euro Status
Euro 6
ULEZ Compliant
Compliant
Monthly Payment
£174.52/mo
Power
187 BHP
Torque
295 lbs/ft
Top Speed
142 mph
0-60 mph
7.1s
Cylinders
4
Gears
6
Combined MPG
62.8 mpg
Urban MPG
51.4 mpg
Extra Urban MPG
72.4 mpg
Length
4329mm
Width
1765mm
Height
1421mm
Wheelbase
2690mm
Kerb Weight
1375 kg
Highlights
12 MONTHS MOT12 MONTHS AA ROADSIDE ASSIST6 MONTHS PREMIUM WARRANTYCOMPREHENSIVE CHECKS
All Features & Equipment (126)
12 MONTHS MOT12 MONTHS AA ROADSIDE ASSIST6 MONTHS PREMIUM WARRANTYCOMPREHENSIVE CHECKSAutomatically Dimming Rear View Mirror £130Driver Comfort Package £550Enhanced Bluetooth Telephone Preparation with USB Audio Interface and Voice Control £430Interior Comfort Package £590PDC - Park Distance Control - Front and Rear £595Sun Protection Glazing £290Total value of factory fitted extras £2,585Top speed142 mph0 to 607.1 secondsEngine torque (lbs/ft)295Engine power (BHP)187Extra Urban (mpg)72.4Urban (mpg)51.4Combined (mpg)62.8Cylinders - bore (mm)84TransmissionManualNumber of gears6Cylinders - stroke (mm)90CC1,995Cylinders4CO2 (g/km)118Standard Euro emissionsEuro 6Ultra Low Emission ZoneCompliantAir Conditioning - Automatic - Single ZoneAmbient Lighting - Switchable BMW Classic Orange - Cold White - LEDArmrest - Front with Sliding AdjustmentCentral Locking Switch - Doors - Fuel Filler Cap - Luggage CompartmentCup Holders x2Door Sill Finishers - M DesignationExtended StorageFloor Mats - VelourGearshift Lever with M Designation - Short-ShiftGlove CompartmentGlovebox - Handle with Chrome SurroundGrab Handles - Integrated in Roof Lining x4Handbrake and Gear Knob - LeatherHead Restraints - Rear and FoldingHeadlining - AnthraciteInstrument Cluster - Sports with Red HighlightInterior Lighting - Front Centre Over Interior Mirror and Rear CentreInterior Trim - Aluminium Hexagon with Estoril Blue FinisherLashing Eyes in Luggage Compartment at Sill x2Luggage Compartment - LightLuggage Compartment Access via BMW RoundelM Sport Multi-Function Leather Steering Wheel - Three-SpokeMultifunction Controls for Steering WheelNon Smokers PackagePersonal ProfilePollen FilterRain Sensor with Automatic Headlight ActivationRear Seat Headrests - Outer Headrests FoldingSeats - 60-40 Split Folding RearSide Armrests - Front and Rear Integrated into Door TrimSport Seats - FrontStart-Stop Button with Comfort Go Keyless Engine Start and Auto Start-Stop Deactivation ButtonSteering-Wheel Column Adjustment - ManualStorage Compartment - Rear Centre Console and in Door Trim - FrontSun Visors with Vanity Mirrors and Ticket HolderTwin HornsWelcome Light18in Alloy Wheels - M Light Double Spoke - 461MDirection Indicator - Side Repeaters - Integrated in Exterior MirrorsDirection Indicator Lights - Clear LensesDoor Mirrors - Electrically AdjustableElectric Windows - Front and Rear with Open-Close Fingertip Control - Anti-Trap Facility and Comfort Closing FunctionExhaust Tailpipe - ChromeExterior Parts in Body ColourExterior Trim - High Gloss ShadowlineFront Air Inlet with High-Gloss Black FinisherHeat Protection Glazing with Green TintKidney Grille - Extra Wide High Gloss Black Vertical SlatsLocking Wheel BoltsM Aerodynamic BodystylingM Logo Designation Chrome - SideM Sport PackageMobility Tyre Sealing SystemModel DesignationRear Fog Light - OffsideReversing Light in Rear Cluster - NearsideTyres - Reduced Rolling ResistanceActive Differential Brake - ADB Sport - Electronic Differential Lock in DSC-Off ModeAirbagsAlarm System - Thatcham 1 with Remote Control and Engine ImmobiliserBattery Age Recognition FunctionBattery Safety Cut OffBrake Pad Wear Indicator - Front and RearBumper System Front and Rear - Replaceable Deformation Elements for Impacts Up to 9mphChild Proof Locking System - Rear DoorsChild Seat ISOFIX Attachment for the Two Outer Rear SeatsCrash Sensor - Activating Central Locking Release - Hazard Warning Lights - Battery Safety Cut Off - Interior LightingDSC - Dynamic Stability Control PlusDrive Performance Control with ECO PRO - Comfort and Sport ModesDynamic Brake LightsFirst Aid Kit and Warning TriangleIncorrect Fuelling Protection SystemOBC - On-Board ComputerOptimum Shift IndicatorRemote Control Including Integrated Key - 2Remote Control with Integrated Key with Insert in BlueSeat Belt Security Check for Driver and Front PassengerSide Impact ProtectionSpeed Limit FunctionTPMS - Tyre Pressure Monitoring SystemThree-Point Seat Belts - All SeatsVisible VINWindscreen Wiper - RearHeight1421mmHeight inclusive of roof railsmmLength4329mmWheelbase2690mmWidth1765mmWidth including mirrorsmmLuggage capacity (seats up) litresLuggage capacity (seats down) litresNumber of seats5Gross vehicle weight kgMax loading weightkgMax towing weight (braked)kgMax towing weight (unbraked)kgTurning circle (kerb to kerb) metresMax roof loadkgMinimum kerb weight1375 kg
Above MarketListed at £8,000 vs market average of £7,348 (+9%)
Market Low
£3,979
Market Average
£7,348
Market High
£10,990
Comparables
23 listings
Based on 23 comparable BMW 1 SERIES listings.
Age Depreciation
Slow Depreciation
£1,101/year
Mileage Impact
Moderate Depreciation
£779/5k mi
Combined (10k mi/yr)
Moderate Depreciation
£2,660/yr
This Vehicle vs Model
Age-predicted: £11,410 (£-3,410)
Mileage-predicted: £7,926 (+£74)
Scenarios: 5k mi/yr £-1,881/yr | 10k mi/yr £-2,660/yr | 15k mi/yr £-3,440/yr
Based on 355 comparable listings. Slopes from smoothed depreciation curves.
90
Overall Listing Quality
Good — this listing is well-presented and informative.
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