What headlight bulb does a BMW 1 Series take in the UK?

For the 1 Series hatchback version (2019-2023), Auto Bulbs Direct lists dipped beam H7, main beam H7. Headlight bulbs changed between versions, so check the table for your registration year and headlight type.

Do all 1 Series versions use the same bulbs?

No. Auto Bulbs Direct lists 3 different sets for the 1 Series across registration years and headlight types (halogen, with or without daytime running lights, cornering lights). Match yours by registration year, and check the old bulb's base.

BMW 1 Series bulb numbers (UK)

For the 1 Series hatchback version (2019-2023, 69 to 23 plates), Auto Bulbs Direct lists dipped beam H7, main beam H7; front indicators 581 (PY21W). Other versions are below - 3 in all.

Key takeaways

1 Series hatchback: dipped H7, main H7.
UK number and ECE code name the same bulb: 501 = W5W, 581 = PY21W, 380 = P21/5W, 382 = P21W.
Versions differ by registration year and headlight type - check the old bulb's base.

1 Series hatchback 2019-2023 (69 to 23 plates)
Dipped beam	H7
Main beam	H7
Front indicator	581 (PY21W)

1 Series hatchback 2011-2019 (61 to 19 plates)
Dipped beam	H7
Main beam	H7
Front fog	H8
Sidelight	H6W
Daytime running light	582 (W21W)
Front indicator	581 (PY21W)
Brake / tail light	382 (P21W)
Rear indicator	581 (PY21W)
Rear fog	382 (P21W)
Reversing light	382 (P21W)

1 Series hatchback 2007-2011 (57 to 11 plates)
Dipped beam	H7
Main beam	H7
Front fog	H11
Sidelight	501 (W5W)
Front indicator	581 (PY21W)
Brake / tail light	382 (P21W)
Rear indicator	581 (PY21W)
Rear fog	382 (P21W)
Reversing light	955 (W16W)
Number plate	501 (W5W)

Versions as Auto Bulbs Direct names them, with UK registration years and plates. These are halogen-headlight cars unless stated; xenon and LED headlights use different bulbs or sealed units.

Bulbs for the BMW 1 Series

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Source: Auto Bulbs Direct's vehicle bulb finder, checked registration plate by registration plate. Bulbs can change with trim level and headlight type, so check the markings on the old bulb (printed on its base) before buying. UK numbers (501, 581, 380...) and ECE codes (W5W, PY21W, P21/5W...) name the same bulb.