BMW Mini Cooper R55 R56 LCI Front Left N/S Bumper Cover Fog Lamp Pepper White

BMW Mini Cooper R55 R56 LCI Front Left N/S Bumper Cover Fog Lamp Pepper White is an original body component designed for precise installation on the driver's side. Thanks to the factory Pepper White - 850 shade and compatibility with the LCI facelift version, this part allows for an aesthetically pleasing and technically correct repair of the front bumper area. It is a practical solution for replacing a damaged cover around the fog lamp or when completing the front end.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7268747-PW
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7265095
• Substitutable numbers: 51117268747, 7268747, 51117284003, 7284003, 7265095
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Pepper White - 850
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and compatibility with Mini Cooper R55/R56 LCI

The element has been designed specifically for the facelift versions of the Mini Cooper R55 and R56, in a configuration with a front fog lamp on the left side. The design of the cover matches the factory dimensions of the bumper, which facilitates installation and ensures proper fitment with the fog lamp opening and adjacent body panels.

Positioning in the front – left side zone makes this part particularly important for repairs following collisions, parking scrapes, or when replacing the bumper with a used one in the same color.

Pepper White – 850 color and aesthetic value

The Pepper White - 850 shade is a characteristic, bright color used by the factory in Mini vehicles, allowing the cover to blend harmoniously with the original body paint. In many cases, this allows for reducing or completely skipping additional painting, which shortens repair time and reduces costs.

The uniform color and factory surface geometry help restore a consistent look to the front end, which is particularly important for maintaining the vehicle's visual condition and for resale purposes.

Characteristics of the used component

As a part from the secondary market, the BMW Mini Cooper R55 R56 LCI Front Left N/S Bumper Cover Fog Lamp Pepper White represents a reasonable compromise between price and functionality. Its original origin helps maintain the correct shape, mounting points, and compatibility with the factory Mini bumper.

Choosing a used body component is particularly beneficial for repairs of cars from model years where new parts may be harder to find or significantly more expensive, while still maintaining the original character of the vehicle.

Application in repairs and upgrades

The left-side bumper fog lamp cover will work well both for standard replacement of a damaged element and for completing the front end after a major body repair. Thanks to its compatibility with the LCI version, it can be used for:

• restoring the factory look of the bumper after a collision,
• replacing missing elements around the fog lamps,
• swapping bumpers between vehicles in the same Pepper White color.

This approach allows for maintaining visual and technical consistency without the need to use aftermarket replacements with uncertain fitment.

Support in selection and Mini project development

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front end area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, grilles, or additional bumper fillers, check out the available parts in the Other Mini category.

For projects involving refreshing or light personalization of youngtimer-era Minis, it is worth considering a wider range of work – from body elements to interior details. Inspiration and practical tips on using secondary market components in cars from this period can be found in the article The second life of a youngtimer – how used car parts rejuvenate cars from the 1998–2012 era.

To compare manufacturers' approaches to standard and sports versions, as well as to understand how differences in body and chassis construction affect part selection, the blog post Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis? may also be helpful, as it shows how important it is to properly match components to a specific model version.