Mini Cooper S R55 R56 Fuel Filler Flap Surround Housing Pepper White 850

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mini Cooper S R55 R56 Fuel Filler Flap Surround Housing Pepper White is an original body component from the Fuel filler caps and accessories category, designed for Mini R55 and R56 series models. Finished in the characteristic Pepper White color, it allows you to maintain a consistent body appearance and restore the factory aesthetics of the fuel filler area.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2751980-PW1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2751980
• Substitutable numbers: 51170430310, 0430310, 2751980
• Color: Pepper White - 850
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Function and application of the fuel filler flap housing

The fuel filler flap housing in a Mini plays an important protective and visual role. It protects the area around the filler from dirt, moisture, and minor mechanical damage, while also streamlining the side profile of the vehicle. For the Mini R55 and R56, this is a highly visible element, so its condition has a direct impact on the overall appearance of the car.

The presented housing is a part designed for installation in the factory location, which facilitates fitment and helps avoid issues with body geometry. As a result, restoring the proper look of the fuel filler zone after damage or corrosion is efficient and requires no modifications.

Pepper White color and visual fit

The Pepper White color is one of the characteristic shades used by Mini, particularly common in R55 and R56 models. Using a housing in the same color allows for a uniform paint surface without the visible tonal differences typical of non-factory parts.

For Mini owners who pay attention to detail, the correct color match of the fuel filler housing is not only aesthetically important but also affects the vehicle's value for potential resale. A color-matched body component reduces the need for additional painting and shortens repair time.

Product characteristics and installation

The housing belongs to the Fuel filler caps and accessories group, meaning it has been designed to work in the immediate vicinity of the fuel filler, taking into account the typical operational stresses in this area. The design intended for the Mini R55 and R56 allows for installation in place of the factory component, while retaining the original mounting points.

The product is offered as a used part, which in practice allows for an economical vehicle repair while maintaining the original origin of the component. This is a particularly beneficial solution for local body and paint repairs when the goal is to restore the proper appearance without excessive costs.

Benefits of using an original Mini housing

Using an original fuel filler housing in a Mini R55/R56 ensures:

• consistent fit to the body lines and the factory shape of the filler recess,
• preservation of the characteristic Mini look in Pepper White,
• reduction of additional work, such as adjustments or mounting modifications,
• aesthetic finishing of the fuel filler zone after repair or part replacement.

For users who want to keep their car in a condition as close to factory as possible, choosing an original housing is a technically safe and predictable solution in terms of the final result.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the fuel filler zone in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, decorative elements, or accessory caps, check out the available parts in the Mini fuel filler caps and accessories category.

Technical support and selection of fuel system components

When working in the fuel filler area, it is worth paying attention to the general condition of the fuel system and the correct selection of parts for the specific Mini version. Technical materials describing the principles of diagnostics and operation of components responsible for engine fuel supply may be helpful.

More information on the construction and maintenance of the fuel system, including component selection by catalog numbers and regeneration principles, can be found in the article: Fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration.

Summary

Mini Cooper S R55 R56 Fuel Filler Flap Surround Housing Pepper White is a practical body component that allows you to restore the aesthetics and functionality of the fuel filler zone in your Mini. Its original origin, proper fit for R55 and R56 models, and compatibility with the Pepper White color make it a technically safe and cost-effective solution for body repairs.