Wing Mirror Cover Mini R55 R56 Power Fold Casing Right O/S Dark Silver Metallic

Wing Mirror Cover Mini R55 R56 Power Fold Casing Right O/S Dark Silver Metallic is an original body component designed for Mini models with power-folding mirrors. Thanks to its precise fit to the factory design, it ensures a consistent look with the body line and proper seating on the mirror housing. It is a practical solution when replacing a damaged cover after a collision or during an aesthetic vehicle restoration.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0415376-DS
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0415376
• Substitutable numbers: 51160415376, 0415376, KD
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Dark Silver Metallic - 871
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and function of the component

The presented housing is part of the External mirrors category and has been designed for installation on the right side of the vehicle. It serves as the outer shell of the mirror, protecting the internal adjustment mechanism and electrical wiring, while also being responsible for the aesthetics of the side of the body.

The component is dedicated to Mini versions equipped with the power-folding mirror function, which means its geometry and mountings are adapted to the specific construction of such an assembly. This ensures mounting stability and proper fitment with the remaining mirror components.

Color and visual fit

The cover is finished in Dark Silver Metallic, which allows for maintaining the original Mini styling in this paint configuration. The metallic coating ensures consistency with the factory body paint, and the correctly matched shade facilitates the replacement of a single element without the need to interfere with the other parts of the mirror.

Such a solution is particularly beneficial for local post-accident repairs or spot restoration, where aesthetic reproduction of the factory look is important without extensive painting of larger surfaces.

Mounting characteristics

The housing has been prepared as an OEM part, which means its shape, parting lines, and mounting points are in accordance with the factory Mini specification. This facilitates service work – after proper removal of the old cover, the new element can be seated on the existing mirror housing, maintaining the original geometry and mounting gaps.

The used nature of the component makes it a cost-effective solution while maintaining the original build quality typical of parts factory-fitted in Mini vehicles.

Application in service practice

The right mirror cover in Dark Silver Metallic will work well both for post-accident repairs and for replacing an element damaged as a result of daily use (parking scrapes, cracks, mechanical damage). Replacing the cover alone allows for limiting the scope of work to the necessary minimum, without interfering with the adjustment mechanism or the mirror's electrical system.

This approach is particularly useful in professional body and paint workshops and in services specializing in the Mini brand, where the ability to perform quick and repeatable repairs while maintaining the factory standard of fitment is essential.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side body area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as housings, glass, or complete sets, check the available parts in the Mini external mirrors category.

For a better understanding of the connection between mirrors and driving precision as well as ergonomics, it is worth reading the guide material regarding the steering system and power steering – you will find it in the article Steering system and power steering – how it works and what breaks?, where practical aspects of operation and diagnostics of components responsible for driving comfort are discussed.