Fuel Tank BMW F45 X1 F48 Mini F60 B36 B38 B46 B48 Petrol Complete Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank BMW F45 X1 F48 Mini F60 B36 B38 B46 B48 Petrol Complete Fuel Tank is an original component from the Fuel tanks and filler pipes category, designed for Mini vehicles with petrol engines. The complete tank configuration ensures consistency with the factory fuel system and facilitates the service replacement of a worn or damaged part. This is a solution for users expecting a reliable fit and the preservation of factory fuel system performance parameters.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7453427-1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7453427
• Substitutable numbers: 7453427, 16117453427, 7349697, 16117349697, 7482652, 7300465, 16117300465
• Fuel type: Petrol
• Category: Fuel Tanks & Filler Necks

Purpose and compatibility

The presented complete fuel tank is dedicated to BMW F45 series, BMW X1 F48, and Mini F60 models equipped with B36, B38, B46, and B48 petrol engines. The design, based on OEM solutions, allows for the preservation of original mounting geometry, attachment points, and fuel line routing, which translates into stable fuel system operation and proper integration with the vehicle's electronics.

Thanks to the preservation of the factory system architecture, the tank works with standard fuel level sensors, ventilation lines, and body mounting elements. This is particularly important for modern petrol engines, where precise fuel metering and correct sensor readings have a direct impact on engine performance, exhaust emissions, and fuel consumption.

Construction and function in the fuel system

As an element of the Fuel tanks and filler pipes category, this assembly is responsible for the safe storage of petrol, stable fuel pump supply, and proper system ventilation. The tank construction is adapted to work with modern petrol engines, where it is necessary to maintain appropriate pressure and minimize fuel turbulence during dynamic driving.

In practice, this means, among other things:

• a properly shaped tank chamber, reducing the risk of air intake at low fuel levels,
• adaptation to work with the factory ventilation and fuel vapor recovery system,
• preservation of original connection points for supply and return lines.

Such a solution promotes stable petrol engine operation, reduces the risk of diagnostic errors related to the fuel system, and facilitates subsequent maintenance.

Product characteristics and condition

The offered fuel tank is a used part, which in practice means it has been removed from a vehicle and verified for further use. For many users, this is a beneficial solution, allowing for the preservation of original build quality while optimizing repair costs. A used OEM component maintains factory fitment, which limits the risk of installation problems typical of lower-precision aftermarket replacements.

Choosing a complete fuel tank for Mini and BMW petrol engines from this model group is particularly recommended in situations where there has been mechanical damage, corrosion, or housing leaks. Using an original solution allows for restoring the proper operation of the fuel system without the need for fuel system modifications or interference with the body structure.

Selection by part numbers and technical support

The item has an OEM part number and related interchangeable numbers, which facilitates precise identification and selection for a specific vehicle configuration. When matching, it is worth using the manufacturer's catalog data and the VIN to ensure full compatibility with the given engine version and model year. This approach minimizes the risk of purchasing an incorrect tank and speeds up the installation process.

For users who want to deepen their knowledge about the diagnostics and operation of the fuel system, an article describing the principles of operation and servicing of key components, such as injectors, pumps, and the fuel tank, will be useful – details can be found in the material Fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration.

Fuel system upgrade expansion

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the fuel system area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as additional tanks, filler pipes, or mounting elements, check the available parts in the Mini fuel tanks and filler pipes category.

This approach allows you to renew key components responsible for storing and transporting petrol in a single service stage, which promotes trouble-free vehicle operation and reduces the risk of subsequent leaks or system ventilation problems.