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Used BMW 1 Series for sale near Watford

505 results
Watford, East Midlands
2021 BMW 1 Series 1.5 118i M Sport (LCP) DCT Big Motoring World Cannock

2021 BMW 1 Series

1.5 118i M Sport (LCP) DCT

39,967 miles

£17,500

Good Deal
Cannock
47 mi away
Year:
2021
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:
39,967
Stock number:
202605212589032
Reg.:
WBA7K320507J25149

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2013 BMW 1 Series 2.0TD 118d Exclusive Edition Convertible

2013 BMW 1 Series

2.0TD 118d Exclusive Edition Convertible

87,000 miles

£4,490

Good Deal
Old Wolverton
22 mi away
Year:
2013
Make:
BMW
Model:
1 Series
Body type:
Convertible
Doors:
2 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-wheel drive
Exterior colour:
White
Gearbox:
Manual
Mileage:
87,000
Stock number:
202605152432017
Reg.:
WBAUM92040VU62536

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2018 BMW 1 Series 3.0 M140i Shadow Edition 5d Sport Auto

2018 BMW 1 Series

3.0 M140i Shadow Edition 5d Sport Auto

64,872 miles

£19,995

Fair Deal
Chesham
46 mi away
Year:
2018
Make:
BMW
Model:
1 Series
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
5 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-wheel drive
Engine:
I6 Petrol
Exterior colour:
Blue
Combined fuel economy:
37 MPG
Fuel type:
Petrol
Interior colour:
Grey
Gearbox:
Automatic
Mileage:
64,872
Stock number:
00171645
Reg.:
WBA1S92020VD56615

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2016 BMW 1 Series

2016 BMW 1 Series

85,000 miles

£7,990

Great Deal
Bedford
30 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

2017 BMW 1 Series 1.5TD 116d Sport 3d

2017 BMW 1 Series

1.5TD 116d Sport 3d

95,000 miles

£5,490

Great Deal
Flamstead
45 mi away
Year:
2017
Make:
BMW
Model:
1 Series
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
3 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-wheel drive
Engine:
I3 Diesel
Exterior colour:
White
Combined fuel economy:
71 MPG
Fuel type:
Diesel
Gearbox:
Manual
Mileage:
95,000
Stock number:
202604201709442
Reg.:
WBA2P320605G38680

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
34 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
20 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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2008 BMW 1 Series

1.6 116i M Sport 5d auto

79,000 miles

£2,490

Great Deal
Bedford
30 mi away
Year:
2008
Make:
BMW
Model:
1 Series
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
5 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-wheel drive
Exterior colour:
Blue
Gearbox:
Automatic
Mileage:
79,000
Stock number:
10106
Reg.:
WBAUE32060E116983

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2018 BMW 1 Series

1.5TD 116d SE Business 5d

73,100 miles

£8,400

Great Deal
Burton-on-trent
40 mi away
Year:
2018
Make:
BMW
Model:
1 Series
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
5 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-wheel drive
Engine:
I3 Diesel
Exterior colour:
Grey
Combined fuel economy:
65 MPG
Fuel type:
Diesel
Gearbox:
Manual
Mileage:
73,100
Stock number:
7913978
Reg.:
WBA1V72060V921120

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2015 BMW 1 Series

1.6 116i M Sport 5d

125,601 miles

£4,490

Great Deal
Whittlesey
46 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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2019 BMW 1 Series

1.5 118i Sport (138bhp) 5d

67,688 miles

£9,400

Great Deal
Leicester Forest East
21 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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2018 BMW 1 Series

2.0TD 118d Sport 5d Auto

56,138 miles

£10,995

Great Deal
Birmingham
36 mi away
Year:
2018
Make:
BMW
Model:
1 Series
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
5 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-wheel drive
Engine:
I4 Diesel
Exterior colour:
Black
Combined fuel economy:
60 MPG
Fuel type:
Diesel
Gearbox:
Automatic
Mileage:
56,138
Stock number:
202603090540302
Reg.:
WBA1S52070V846912

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2011 BMW 1 Series

2.0TD 116d Sport 5d

97,000 miles

£2,995

Great Deal
Luton
42 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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2010 BMW 1 Series

2.0TD 118d M Sport Coupe 2d auto

92,000 miles

£3,990

Great Deal
Northampton
7 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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2021 BMW 1 Series

1.5TD 116d M Sport

63,000 miles

£13,995

Great Deal
Stratford-upon-Avon
30 mi away
Year:
2021
Make:
BMW
Model:
1 Series
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
5 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-wheel drive
Engine:
I3 Diesel
Exterior colour:
White
Fuel type:
Diesel
Gearbox:
Manual
Mileage:
63,000
Stock number:
1593875
Reg.:
WBA7M720607H19379

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2017 BMW 1 Series

1.5TD 116d Sport 3d

57,000 miles

£8,000

Great Deal
Solihull
27 mi away
Year:
2017
Make:
BMW
Model:
1 Series
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
3 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-wheel drive
Engine:
I3 Diesel
Exterior colour:
Black
Combined fuel economy:
71 MPG
Fuel type:
Diesel
Gearbox:
Manual
Mileage:
57,000
Stock number:
10882
Reg.:
WBA2P320305G38555

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2020 BMW 1 Series

1.5TD 116d M Sport DCT

82,668 miles

£13,000

Great Deal
Dunstable
40 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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2022 BMW 1 Series

2.0TD 120d M Sport (LCP)

69,212 miles

£17,106

Great Deal
Cannock
47 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:
Automatic
Mileage:
69,212
Stock number:
202604141528909
Reg.:
WBA7N320905V06411

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2008 BMW 1 Series

1.6 116i Edition ES 5d

142,000 miles

£1,250

Great Deal
Birmingham
32 mi away
Year:
2008
Make:
BMW
Model:
1 Series
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
5 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-wheel drive
Exterior colour:
Silver
Gearbox:
Manual
Mileage:
142,000
Stock number:
10083
Reg.:
WBAUE32030E218466

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2021 BMW 1 Series

1.5 118i SE (LCP)

63,197 miles

£12,400

Great Deal
Peterborough
41 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
13 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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2024 BMW 1 Series

2.0 128ti (LCP)

22,660 miles

£23,900

Great Deal
Loughborough
32 mi away
Year:
2024
Make:
BMW
Model:
1 Series
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
5 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-wheel drive
Engine:
I4 Petrol
Exterior colour:
White
Fuel type:
Petrol
Gearbox:
Automatic
Mileage:
22,660
Stock number:
832132
Reg.:
WBA7L520707P87274

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2022 BMW 1 Series

1.5 118i M Sport (LCP) DCT

18,978 miles

£20,399

Fair Deal
Castle Donington
38 mi away
Year:
2022
Make:
BMW
Model:
1 Series
Body type:
Hatchback
Doors:
5 doors
Drivetrain:
Front-wheel drive
Engine:
I3 Petrol
Exterior colour:
Misano Blue
Fuel type:
Petrol
Gearbox:
Automatic
Mileage:
18,978
Stock number:
69c28480eec7fdd8e4d409a4
Reg.:
WBA7K320107L35926

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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 Watford?

The average BMW 1 Series costs about £14,020.85. The average price has decreased by -13.7% since last year. The 505 for sale near Watford on CarGurus, range from £1,250 to £38,995 in price.

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

487 out of 505 for sale near Watford have no reported accidents or damage.

What fuel types are available?

Diesel, Petrol engines are available.

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