BMW Mini Cooper R50 R53 Rear Right O/S Side Wheel Arch Trim Moulding Dark Silve

The BMW Mini Cooper R50 R53 Rear Right O/S Side Wheel Arch Trim Moulding Dark Silve in Dark Silver Metallic is an original body component designed for precise installation on the rear right side of the vehicle. It provides a seamless finish to the wheel arch edge, aesthetically completing the side body line and restoring the factory look of your Mini. It is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, corrosion correction, or replacing a damaged trim.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1505868-DS
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1505868
• Substitutable numbers: 51131505868, 1505868
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Dark Silver Metallic - 871
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and fitment for Mini Cooper R50/R53

The presented wheel arch trim is designed specifically for BMW Mini Cooper R50/R53 models, intended for the rear right side of the vehicle. The shape, profile, and mounting points correspond to the factory body geometry, which facilitates installation and allows for achieving even gaps between body panels.

Its placement on the rear right side of the vehicle ensures that this component is responsible for the aesthetic finish of the wheel contour and protects the fender edge against minor mechanical damage occurring during daily use.

Dark Silver Metallic color – consistency with factory paint

The trim is finished in the Dark Silver Metallic – 871 shade, characteristic of many Mini vehicles. This makes it possible to maintain a uniform body color without the need for additional painting, provided the vehicle's paint matches this color code.

The metallic paint structure provides a modern, understated look that blends well with both light and dark styling accents. This is a beneficial solution when replacing a single component, especially when you want to maintain visual consistency with the remaining body panels.

Component characteristics and use in repairs

The Mini rear right wheel arch trim serves both an aesthetic and protective function. It shields the fender edge from stone chips, dirt, and minor impacts that may occur in the wheel area. Replacing a worn or damaged component allows you to:

• restore a uniform wheel arch line after bodywork repairs,
• reduce the visibility of previous visual damage,
• replace a missing part after disassembly or a collision,
• maintain the stylistic consistency of the side body section.

The used nature of the component makes it an economical solution while still being an original Mini part, which helps maintain proper fitment with the remaining body panels.

Practical installation tips

Due to its factory design for the Mini Cooper R50/R53, the wheel arch trim is prepared for installation using the original mounting points. In practice, this means you can use the standard clips and fasteners provided by the vehicle manufacturer without the need for body modifications.

Before installation, it is worth verifying the condition of the fender edge and mounting points to ensure stable seating of the trim and avoid stresses that could affect the fitment of the element with the bumper and adjacent panels.

Expanding your Mini bodywork upgrades

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear wheel arch area in your Mini and need other components from the same group, such as additional covers, trim strips, or protective overlays, check out the available parts in the Other Mini parts category.

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