Wing Mirror Mini R60 R61 Heated Power Fold Left Door Front N/S Black

Wing Mirror Mini R60 R61 Heated Power Fold Left Door Front N/S Black is a factory body component designed for installation on the front left door. Thanks to its integrated heating and electric adjustment, it ensures safe visibility and convenient operation in daily use, while the black finish harmoniously complements the Mini's body lines.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-9810157-BLK1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9810157
• Substitutable numbers: 51169810157, 9810157
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Black
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented mirror belongs to the Wing Mirrors category and is designed for installation on the front left side of the vehicle. Positioned on the driver's door, it is responsible for crucial blind-spot monitoring and observation of the lane on the driver's side, which directly impacts the safety of maneuvers such as lane changing, overtaking, or parking.

The heated mirror surface reduces fogging and frost accumulation, improving image clarity in difficult weather conditions. The power-folding feature helps minimize the risk of damage when parking in narrow spots and facilitates maneuvering in tight spaces.

Key technical features

The mirror is finished in black, making it easy to match with many Mini body configurations and allowing for aesthetic integration with factory bodywork elements. The design features:

• installation on the front left door of the vehicle,
• integrated mirror glass heating,
• electric folding controlled from inside the car,
• factory housing geometry matched to the Mini R60/R61 line.

By maintaining the original geometry and mounting points, the mirror works with factory body solutions, which promotes stability at higher speeds and reduces image vibration.

Benefits of using an original Mini mirror

Using an original Mini mirror with heating and power folding offers a range of practical benefits:

• Precise fit – the factory body line and the correct viewing angle on the driver's side are maintained.
• Ease of use – cabin controls allow for quick mirror folding and the use of the heating function without additional installation modifications.
• Visual consistency – the black housing blends well with standard trim elements, avoiding the "aftermarket part" look.
• Operational safety – improved visibility in rain, fog, and at low temperatures thanks to the heating function.

Condition of the item and practical application

The mirror is a used component, which in practice represents a favorable compromise between cost and maintaining the original Mini construction. For users looking to restore full functionality to the side zone of the vehicle after a collision or parking damage, this is a sensible solution without the need to resort to less predictable aftermarket replacements.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side body zone in your Mini and need other components from the same group, such as housings, glass inserts, or complete sets with adjustment, check out the available parts in the Mini Wing Mirrors category.

More about choosing a used OEM part

When selecting a mirror for a Mini, it is worth consciously comparing a used original part with aftermarket replacements. The differences concern not only the build quality but also the fit, the durability of the folding mechanism, and the performance of the heating. To better understand when choosing a used factory component is beneficial, check out our practical guide: 5 reasons why a used OEM part is a better choice than an aftermarket replacement.