BMW 1 Series parts

Used Engine for BMW 1 Series

A complete used engine matched by registration — block, head, ancillaries, often with loom and ECU. Matched to your registration from BMW 1 Series donors across the UK breaker network.

Or request a quote manually if you don't have the reg.

From £450
Typical used start price
90-day warranty
Fitment & function
Next-day UK delivery
Same-day dispatch from yards
UK breaker network
Verified yards only

About a used BMW 1 Series engine

The BMW 1 Series (Hatchback · 2004–present) typically donates a engine that suits a wide year range, but trim and engine variants matter. N47/B47 diesels and N20 petrols common; ZF auto boxes regularly broken.

A used engine from a low-mileage donor costs a fraction of the main-dealer price for the same part, and reusing a salvage component saves the embodied carbon of manufacturing a new one. German premium — strong UK breaker network covering 1, 3, 5 Series, X1–X5 and Mini.

Before you buy

  • 1.Confirm mileage with photo of the donor odometer.
  • 2.Ask for a compression test sheet or video before dispatch.
  • 3.Match engine code on the block to the one stamped on your V5C.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a used BMW 1 Series engine cost?

Used BMW 1 Series engines from our UK breaker network start around £450. Final price depends on year, mileage and trim — submit your registration for a precise quote.

Will the engine fit my BMW 1 Series?

Yes — we match by your full registration so the yard sends a chassis-confirmed engine. Confirm mileage with photo of the donor odometer.

What warranty comes with a used BMW 1 Series engine?

All BMW engines sourced through SpareCarPart carry at least a 90-day warranty against fitment and function. Engines and gearboxes typically extend to 90 days.

How quickly will my engine arrive?

Most BMW 1 Series engines ship same-day or next working day from UK yards. Mainland delivery is normally 1–2 working days on a tracked courier.

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