Mini Cooper S R55 R56 2 Fuel Filler Flap Surround Housing Pepper White 850

The Mini Cooper S R55 R56 2 Fuel Filler Flap Surround Housing in Pepper White 850 is an original body component designed for the R55 and R56 generation Mini Cooper S models. It provides an aesthetic finish to the fuel filler area while ensuring stable mounting of the fuel flap, which contributes to a consistent body appearance and the proper operation of the opening mechanism.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2751980-PW2
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2751980
• Substitutable numbers: 51170430310, 0430310, 2751980, EM
• Color: Pepper White - 850
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the component

The presented Mini Cooper S R55 R56 2 Fuel Filler Flap Surround Housing is structurally matched to the Cooper S R55/R56 body, allowing for the correct seating of the flap and seals in the factory location. The component acts as a support for the flap, stabilizes its position relative to the fender panel, and reduces the risk of looseness or improper closing.

The housing also serves as a visual finish for the filler area – the edges are designed so that the transition line between the flap and the body is as even as possible, which is important for both aesthetic and practical reasons (easier cleaning, less dirt accumulation).

Pepper White 850 color and visual fit

The component is finished in the factory Pepper White 850 color, characteristic of many Mini configurations. This allows the housing to maintain paint consistency within the rear fender and fuel filler flap area, which is particularly important when replacing a damaged component due to a collision or corrosion.

Choosing the original shade reduces the need for additional painting and facilitates integration with the existing body paint. In practice, this means faster installation and a lower risk of tonal differences between the new component and the rest of the bodywork.

Installation characteristics

The fuel filler flap housing is designed as a Mini body component, which translates into precise fitment with factory mounting points. The design provides space for the flap guide and appropriate edge shaping for seals and mounting elements, allowing the installation to be performed in a repeatable manner consistent with the manufacturer's technology.

As a body group part, this component is particularly useful for body and paint repairs when it is necessary to restore the correct geometry of the fuel filler area after mechanical damage or replacement of a section of the panel.

Condition and practical application

The product comes from disassembly, which means it is a used original Mini component. Such parts are often chosen for vehicle repairs where the priority is to maintain factory fit and body geometry while optimizing costs compared to new parts.

The housing will work well both for local repairs after damage to the flap or its surroundings, and for comprehensive renovation of the rear fender area, where it is important to restore the original appearance and functionality of the fuel filler.

Expanding your Mini configuration – related items

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the body area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, mounts, or additional finishing details, check out the available parts in the Other Mini category.

For users interested in comparing the characteristics of sports versions of cars with standard variants, in the context of selecting body components, braking systems, or suspension, an article discussing structural differences in high-performance models may be helpful – you can find it here: Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?.