BMW 7 Series E65 E66 E67 Rear Centre Light In Trunk Lid License Plate Lamp

BMW 7 Series E65 E66 E67 Rear Centre Light In Trunk Lid License Plate Lamp is an original lighting component designed for installation in the rear part of the vehicle body. It ensures a consistent look for the rear of the car and proper illumination of the license plate, which is important for both safety and regulatory compliance. Thanks to its factory design, the component fits perfectly into the trunk lid line of the 7 Series E65/E66/E67, facilitating precise installation.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7164747-2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6904166
• Substitutable numbers: 63217164747, 7164747, 63216904166, 6904166, 63216929700, 6929700, 63216908711, 6908711, 6321690416, PK
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Category: Centre & Third Brake Light Assemblies

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented lighting module is dedicated to the rear body section of the BMW 7 Series E65, E66, and E67 generations. As a BMW 7 Series E65 E66 E67 Rear Centre Light In Trunk Lid License Plate Lamp, it is responsible for proper illumination of the license plate and a visually consistent finish to the light line in the rear zone of the vehicle.

Its placement in the trunk lid allows for:

• maintaining the factory geometry of the rear lighting,
• proper light distribution on the surface of the license plate,
• aesthetic filling of the space between the other rear lamps.

Original origin and fitment

The element comes from the BMW group, which means it maintains factory manufacturing standards and compatibility with the vehicle's electrical system. The module's construction is prepared for installation in the original mounting points in the trunk lid, without the need for body or wiring harness modifications.

For identification and selection of the part, you can use the OEM part number and available interchangeable numbers, which makes it easier to match it to a specific equipment version and model year of the BMW 7 Series. Thanks to this, the module can be used both as a replacement for a damaged element and during post-accident repairs of the rear body section.

Performance characteristics and condition

The offered lighting module is in used condition, which is important when planning a repair or vehicle restoration budget. This type of solution allows for maintaining the original vehicle specification while reducing costs compared to a new component.

In practice, this means that:

• the element comes from vehicle dismantling,
• it retains factory geometry and mounting method,
• it is intended for further use after proper installation.

Thanks to its original design, the module works well with the factory electrical system, which minimizes the risk of installation errors and problems with the lighting system diagnostics.

Application in repairs and upgrades

This type of rear lighting is particularly useful for:

• post-accident repairs of the rear body section,
• replacing a damaged or leaking lighting module,
• restoring full functionality of the license plate lighting.

Thanks to maintaining the original form and dimensions, installation proceeds in a manner similar to the factory process, which is important for workshops and users expecting a predictable final result.

Selection support and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear lighting zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as combination lamps, third brake lights, or additional lighting modules, check the available parts in the BMW main and center brake lights category.

When purchasing a used lighting module, it is worth paying attention to compliance with the OEM number and interchangeable numbers, as well as the fitment for a specific 7 Series body version. Additional tips on the safe selection of components from the secondary market can be found in the guide Safe purchase of used car parts online – a step-by-step guide, which discusses, among other things, selection by catalog numbers and practical strategies for drivers and workshops.