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Used BMW 1 Series for sale near Bedford

601 results
Bedford, East of England
2023 BMW 1 Series 1.5 118i Sport DCT Big Motoring World Enfield

2023 BMW 1 Series

1.5 118i Sport DCT

16,999 miles

£19,800

Good Deal
Waltham Cross
36 mi away
Year:
2023
Make:
BMW
Model:
1 Series
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
5 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-wheel drive
Engine:
I3 Petrol
Exterior colour:
White
Fuel type:
Petrol
Gearbox:
Automatic
Mileage:
16,999
Stock number:
202605132372808
Reg.:
WBA7K320607M30935

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2023 BMW 1 Series 1.5 118i M Sport (LCP) DCT

2023 BMW 1 Series

1.5 118i M Sport (LCP) DCT

34,653 miles

£18,990

Good Deal
London
43 mi away
Year:
2023
Make:
BMW
Model:
1 Series
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
5 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-wheel drive
Engine:
I3 Petrol
Exterior colour:
White
Fuel type:
Petrol
Gearbox:
Automatic
Mileage:
34,653
Stock number:
14382
Reg.:
WBA7K320507N31173

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2020 BMW 1 Series 1.5 118i M Sport (138bhp) DCT

2020 BMW 1 Series

1.5 118i M Sport (138bhp) DCT

32,100 miles

£17,980

Fair Deal
Romford
45 mi away
Year:
2020
Make:
BMW
Model:
1 Series
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
5 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-wheel drive
Engine:
I3 Petrol
Exterior colour:
White
Fuel type:
Petrol
Gearbox:
Automatic
Mileage:
32,100
Stock number:
481
Reg.:
WBA7K320407F84305

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2016 BMW 1 Series

2016 BMW 1 Series

85,000 miles

£7,990

Great Deal
Bedford
2 mi away
Year:
2016
Make:
BMW
Model:
1 Series
Body type:
Hatchback
Exterior colour:
Grey
Gearbox:
Automatic
Mileage:
85,000
Stock number:
01510
Reg.:
WBA1S52010V567407

2020 BMW 1 Series 1.5 118i M Sport (138bhp)

2020 BMW 1 Series

1.5 118i M Sport (138bhp)

25,045 miles

£15,900

Great Deal
London
38 mi away
Year:
2020
Make:
BMW
Model:
1 Series
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
5 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-wheel drive
Engine:
I3 Petrol
Exterior colour:
White
Fuel type:
Petrol
Gearbox:
Manual
Mileage:
25,045
Stock number:
202603180816255
Reg.:
WBA7K320607F73998

2009 BMW 1 Series 2.0 116i Sport (122bhp) 5d

2009 BMW 1 Series

2.0 116i Sport (122bhp) 5d

92,000 miles

£2,296

Great Deal
Leighton Buzzard
19 mi away
Year:
2009
Make:
BMW
Model:
1 Series
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
5 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-wheel drive
Engine:
I4 Petrol
Exterior colour:
Grey
Fuel type:
Petrol
Gearbox:
Manual
Mileage:
92,000
Stock number:
202603090527522
Reg.:
WBAUH32010E336331

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2022 BMW 1 Series

2.0TD 118d Sport

48,584 miles

£15,300

Great Deal
Nuneaton
49 mi away
Year:
2022
Make:
BMW
Model:
1 Series
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
5 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-wheel drive
Engine:
I4 Diesel
Exterior colour:
Black
Fuel type:
Diesel
Gearbox:
Manual
Mileage:
48,584
Stock number:
7803260
Reg.:
WBA7M920505V06413

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2015 BMW 1 Series

1.6 116i M Sport 5d

125,601 miles

£4,490

Great Deal
Whittlesey
32 mi away
Year:
2015
Make:
BMW
Model:
1 Series
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
5 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-wheel drive
Exterior colour:
Black
Gearbox:
Manual
Mileage:
125,601
Stock number:
202604081381476
Reg.:
WBA1A12010P561218

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2017 BMW 1 Series

1.5 118i Sport 3d

55,789 miles

£9,000

Great Deal
Waltham Abbey
38 mi away
Year:
2017
Make:
BMW
Model:
1 Series
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
3 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-wheel drive
Exterior colour:
White
Gearbox:
Manual
Mileage:
55,789
Stock number:
1189
Reg.:
WBA1P520105G03925

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2019 BMW 1 Series

1.5 118i Sport (138bhp) 5d

67,688 miles

£9,400

Great Deal
Leicester Forest East
45 mi away
Year:
2019
Make:
BMW
Model:
1 Series
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
5 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-wheel drive
Engine:
I3 Petrol
Exterior colour:
Silver
Combined fuel economy:
52 MPG
Fuel type:
Petrol
Gearbox:
Manual
Mileage:
67,688
Stock number:
3742
Reg.:
WBA1R520307B78481

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2022 BMW 1 Series

1.5TD 116d Sport DCT

47,617 miles

£15,748

Great Deal
Sandy
7 mi away
Year:
2022
Make:
BMW
Model:
1 Series
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
5 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-wheel drive
Engine:
I3 Diesel
Exterior colour:
Black
Fuel type:
Diesel
Gearbox:
Automatic
Mileage:
47,617
Stock number:
202605222619183
Reg.:
WBA7M720607K76048

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2011 BMW 1 Series

2.0TD 116d Sport 5d

97,000 miles

£2,995

Great Deal
Luton
18 mi away
Year:
2011
Make:
BMW
Model:
1 Series
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
5 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-wheel drive
Exterior colour:
Blue
Gearbox:
Manual
Mileage:
97,000
Stock number:
367
Reg.:
WBAUH52020E762587

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2025 BMW 1 Series

1.5 120 M Sport (Technology Pack / Pro Pack)

8,068 miles

£24,995

Great Deal
Uxbridge
42 mi away
Year:
2025
Make:
BMW
Model:
1 Series
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
5 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-wheel drive
Engine:
I3 Petrol
Exterior colour:
Blue
Fuel type:
Petrol
Gearbox:
Automatic
Mileage:
8,068
Stock number:
244
Reg.:
WBA82GE0X07S32348

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2022 BMW 1 Series

2.0 M135i xDrive

42,987 miles

£22,990

Great Deal
Little Marlow
40 mi away
Year:
2022
Make:
BMW
Model:
1 Series
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
5 doors
Drivetrain:
Four-wheel drive
Engine:
I4 Petrol
Exterior colour:
Grey
Fuel type:
Petrol
Gearbox:
Automatic
Mileage:
42,987
Stock number:
7869668
Reg.:
WBA7L120207L58021

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2010 BMW 1 Series

2.0TD 118d M Sport Coupe 2d auto

92,000 miles

£3,990

Great Deal
Northampton
24 mi away
Year:
2010
Make:
BMW
Model:
1 Series
Body type:
Coupe
Doors:
2 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-wheel drive
Exterior colour:
Blue
Gearbox:
Automatic
Mileage:
92,000
Stock number:
7875088
Reg.:
WBAUR12030VM19535

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2013 BMW 1 Series

1.6 116i Sport 3d

92,000 miles

£3,499

Great Deal
London
46 mi away
Year:
2013
Make:
BMW
Model:
1 Series
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
3 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-wheel drive
Exterior colour:
Red
Gearbox:
Manual
Mileage:
92,000
Stock number:
10013
Reg.:
WBA1D12000J862556

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2017 BMW 1 Series

2.0TD 118d Sport 5d

56,037 miles

£8,870

Great Deal
Ely
38 mi away
Year:
2017
Make:
BMW
Model:
1 Series
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
5 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-wheel drive
Engine:
I4 Diesel
Exterior colour:
White
Combined fuel economy:
66 MPG
Fuel type:
Diesel
Gearbox:
Manual
Mileage:
56,037
Stock number:
1159340
Reg.:
WBA1S52020V875315

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2020 BMW 1 Series

1.5TD 116d M Sport DCT

82,668 miles

£12,991

Great Deal
Dunstable
18 mi away
Year:
2020
Make:
BMW
Model:
1 Series
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
5 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-wheel drive
Engine:
I3 Diesel
Exterior colour:
Black
Fuel type:
Diesel
Gearbox:
Automatic
Mileage:
82,668
Stock number:
1695
Reg.:
WBA7M720407F66422

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2018 BMW 1 Series

1.5 118i M Sport Shadow Edition 5d Auto

106,671 miles

£7,990

Great Deal
Enfield
40 mi away
Year:
2018
Make:
BMW
Model:
1 Series
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
5 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-wheel drive
Exterior colour:
White
Gearbox:
Automatic
Mileage:
106,671
Stock number:
672
Reg.:
WBA1R520507A98454

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2021 BMW 1 Series

1.5 118i SE (LCP)

63,197 miles

£12,400

Great Deal
Peterborough
32 mi away
Year:
2021
Make:
BMW
Model:
1 Series
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
5 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-wheel drive
Engine:
I3 Petrol
Exterior colour:
Black
Fuel type:
Petrol
Gearbox:
Manual
Mileage:
63,197
Stock number:
7880241
Reg.:
WBA7K320505T46200

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2018 BMW 1 Series

1.5 118i Sport 3d

32,860 miles

£10,595

Great Deal
42 mi away
Year:
2018
Make:
BMW
Model:
1 Series
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
3 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-wheel drive
Engine:
I3 Petrol
Exterior colour:
White
Combined fuel economy:
45 MPG
Fuel type:
Petrol
Gearbox:
Manual
Mileage:
32,860
Stock number:
185
Reg.:
WBA1P520605K40499

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2020 BMW 1 Series

52,155 miles

£12,950

Great Deal
Croxley Green
34 mi away
Year:
2020
Make:
BMW
Model:
1 Series
Body type:
Hatchback
Exterior colour:
Red
Gearbox:
Manual
Mileage:
52,155
Stock number:
202603190848795
Reg.:
WBA7K320207G38328

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2023 BMW 1 Series

1.5 118i M Sport (LCP) DCT

79,376 miles

£15,700

Good Deal
Dunstable
18 mi away
Year:
2023
Make:
BMW
Model:
1 Series
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
5 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-wheel drive
Engine:
I3 Petrol
Exterior colour:
White
Fuel type:
Petrol
Gearbox:
Automatic
Mileage:
79,376
Stock number:
2087
Reg.:
WBA7K320507M57608

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Overview
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BMW 1 Series: CarGurus Buyer Insights

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CarGurus expert rating: 4 out of 5
CarGurus user rating: 4.4 out of 5
Percentage of good/great deals available on CarGurus: 38.7%
Overall CarGurus rating:* 4.4 out of 5
Available Listings: Around 2,600
Average Price: Around £14,400

BMW 1 Series (2011-2019) Pros and Cons

Pros Cons
Fantastic rear-wheel-drive handling balance Not very roomy in the back
Classy and well-built cabin Timing chain wear can lead to a big bill
The ED diesel is very efficient Three-door models are less practical and harder to sell


Quick Summary

The BMW 1 Series (2011-2019), the second-generation model, is a premium family hatchback that delivers an engaging driving experience with its unique rear-wheel-drive layout. It offers the prestige of the BMW badge alongside practical features including a 360-litre boot and well-appointed interior. Whilst the rear quarters are tight and access is restricted through narrow door apertures, the front seating is spacious and the cabin feels classy with intelligent controls and high-quality materials. The low driving position is sporty, though it can make judging the car's nose more difficult than in some rivals.

The 1 Series boasts a wide range of engines, from an economical 1.5-litre three-cylinder petrol producing 107bhp to a potent 3.0-litre turbocharged six-cylinder with 335bhp, alongside efficient diesel options. The 116d ED diesel achieves around 60mpg in real-world driving, whilst petrol variants like the 116i manage approximately 50mpg. Running costs are reasonable, with condition-based servicing and timing chains that theoretically last the car's lifetime, though some engines have experienced timing chain issues. As a used car, the 1 Series represents an upmarket choice for those prioritising driving enjoyment and aspirational appeal over maximum space.

Best for: Drivers seeking premium badge appeal, engaging handling, and a more responsive driving experience; buyers who value classy interiors and efficient engines; those willing to pay more for driving enjoyment.

Not ideal for: Families needing maximum rear-seat space or easy child-seat access; buyers concerned about potential timing chain problems; those prioritising practicality over driving dynamics.


Comparison vs Key Rivals


VehicleCarGurus Expert RatingCarGurus User RatingGood/Great deals %Overall CarGurus Rating
BMW 1 Series4/54.4/538.7%4.4/5
Audi A34/54.8/534.2%4.4/5
Mercedes-Benz A-Class3/54.5/535.0%4.2/5
Volkswagen Golf4/54.7/532.3%4.4/5


The Verdict

You should buy the 1 Series if: You prioritise engaging handling and premium badge appeal, seek a classy and well-built cabin, or value efficient engines and responsive driving over maximum practicality.

Consider alternatives if: You need maximum rear-seat space, require easy child-seat access, are concerned about timing chain issues, or prioritise practicality over driving dynamics.

Competitive Position: The BMW 1 Series (2011-2019) stands out in the premium hatchback segment for its unique rear-wheel-drive handling and aspirational appeal. Whilst the Audi A3 offers superior user ratings and the Volkswagen Golf provides better practicality, the 1 Series delivers a more engaging and responsive driving experience. The Mercedes-Benz A-Class lags slightly in expert ratings. The 1 Series is ideal for buyers willing to accept tighter rear quarters in exchange for premium feel, efficient engines, and genuinely entertaining driving dynamics. Key to ownership is selecting a well-serviced example to avoid timing chain complications.

Read our full BMW 1 Series Review

*The Overall CarGurus rating: that informs these recommendations is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from May 2026, CarGurus expert reviews, and CarGurus user reviews.

4.4 Overall rating

(11 reviews)
Anonymous
4.0
Reviewed a 2016 BMW 1 Series on Jan 21, 2026

Looks good and works well in general. The scoring is inconsistent and the sort order is not always correct with cars outside of the filter sometimes returned.

Leanne H
5.0
Reviewed a 2017 BMW 1 Series on Aug 14, 2023

Love my 1 series sport. Fairly nippy and a lovely smooth drive. Rear parking sensors are a god send. Good on diesel, especially on long motorway journeys. Only thing missing is heated front seats. I know you can get them in some models but would be nice to have as standard when your paying top dollar. Otherwise would highly recommend to anyone looking for a nice smooth drive with good MPG.

RICHARD G
4.0
Reviewed a 2010 BMW 1 Series on Dec 22, 2022

Excellent features and great condition, everything was like new, previous owners have taken great care both, inside and out. I have looked at several other 1 series and this one knocks them out of the water. The car is just missing the weather!!

David T
4.0
Reviewed a 2011 BMW 1 Series on Jun 14, 2021

great car, quite responsive engine a diesel with this horse power. Good feel from steering. Good handling, goes just were you want it as quick as you want . solid well built car with its own style.

Anonymous
4.0
Reviewed a 2023 BMW 1.5TD 116d M Sport DCT on Feb 27, 2024

The car pricing is average to its competitors, with the driving experience, being comfortable and the car grips and moves really well, ride height and comfort is really good, it is a BMW after-all, plenty of storage space and functions available, the car price is spot on. I have all available packages on my variant 116D M Sport Pro, the only two extras i didnt have installed were the towbar and panoramic roof. The car features and used daily by myself are the HUD (heads up display) which is superb, and easy, to use, heated steering wheel and heated seats are easy and fast reacting, and just the right temperature. Electric memory seats work really well with forward/backward, upward/downward support along with back lumber support and leg support, all easily adjustable and has profile saving available. Cruise control and media function buttons on the steering wheel are really easy and simple to use, the response from the buttons in general is quick and shows no delay. The infotainment screen is as big as you could possibly need it, its responsive and has a circular dial scroll and multiple buttons to easily navigate, the menu is simple to use ,understand and get around. Theres buttons for simple and easy temperature control along with multiple auto control features. Door pocket storage is really good and two cup holders with wireless charging is really well manufactured with plenty of space. I dont know if its possible for a 1 series to have, but this car would benefit from heated mirrors and next lane control assistance. It has lane control which works really well and easily adjustable for whats in front of you. Automatic boot opening feature is really responsive and works great, multiple ways to use this feature whether its by key press, button by drivers seat, or swiping your foot under the rear bumper, with button for auto closing and you can set up how much to open the door for when in tight spaces. The car comes with some ambient lighting internally which works great and has different functions, easy to adjust, but would benefit with a full scale trim lighting rather than the current set up of half dash board and doors only.

BMW 1 Series FAQs

How much does the BMW 1 Series cost in Bedford?

The average BMW 1 Series costs about £14,091.35. The average price has decreased by -13.1% since last year. The 601 for sale near Bedford on CarGurus, range from £1,600 to £60,000 in price.

How many BMW 1 Series vehicles in Bedford have no reported accidents or damage?

583 out of 601 for sale near Bedford have no reported accidents or damage.

What fuel types are available?

Diesel, Petrol engines are available.

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