BMW F45 X1 F48 Mini Countryman F60 B36 B38 B46 B48 Fuel Tank Petrol 51L

BMW F45 X1 F48 Mini Countryman F60 B36 B38 B46 B48 Fuel Tank Petrol 51L is an original fuel system component designed for Mini vehicles, engineered to work with petrol engines. Thanks to its factory design, it ensures stable fuel storage, proper venting, and safe fuel supply to the engine unit. This is a solution for users looking for a proven fuel tank tailored to a specific BMW/Mini platform.

Specifications and technical data

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

Purpose and role in the fuel system

The presented tank belongs to the Fuel tanks and filler pipes category and is structurally adapted to work with petrol engines in Mini vehicles based on the BMW platform. It is responsible for fuel storage, maintaining the appropriate pre-pressure, and working with fuel system accessories such as the pump, level sensors, and supply lines.

Being dedicated to petrol units translates into proper material resistance to petrol and additives, as well as appropriately designed chamber and channel geometry, which promotes stable fuel suction under various driving conditions.

Compatibility and OEM identification

The tank was developed as an OEM component for selected BMW F-series and Mini models, which means its shape, mounting points, and connection ports comply with the manufacturer's factory requirements. As a result, installation is predictable, without the need for structural modifications to the body or fuel system.

The component has an assigned OEM part number and associated interchangeable numbers, which facilitates compatibility verification via manufacturer catalogs or the VIN. In practice, this allows for quick confirmation of whether a given tank is the right choice for a specific engine configuration and vehicle year.

Technical and operational characteristics

The tank is adapted for use with petrol fuel, which includes both standard unleaded fuels and their premium variants compliant with manufacturer standards. The design provides for cooperation with the factory venting system and fuel vapor emission control systems, which is important for proper engine operation and meeting environmental requirements.

As a used component, the tank is a cost-effective solution while maintaining original geometry and compatibility with factory mounts. A properly selected and installed tank reduces the risk of leaks, venting issues, and disruptions in fuel pump operation.

Benefits of using an original fuel tank

• Factory fit – compliance with the chassis and fuel system design of Mini vehicles based on the BMW platform.
• Consistency with the venting system and fuel lines, which facilitates installation and service.
• Possibility of unambiguous identification by OEM number and interchangeable numbers, which minimizes the risk of selecting the wrong component.
• Proper preparation for cooperation with petrol engines, including modern turbocharged units.

For users who want to better understand the operation of the entire fuel system, selection of parts by OEM numbers, and operating principles, the following article will be helpful: Fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration, which discusses diagnostics, selection, and typical operational problems.

Expanding the fuel system in a Mini

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

Choosing an original fuel tank from the BMW/Mini group is a solution that helps maintain factory engine performance parameters, proper cooperation with vehicle electronics, and stable fuel system operation in the long term.