Mini Cooper S R56 R57 R58 Right Door Sill O/S Cover Side Skirt 7147916

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mini Cooper S R56 R57 R58 Right Door Sill O/S Cover Side Skirt is an original body component from the Side Skirts category, designed for installation on the right side of MINI Cooper S R56/R57/R58 generation models. This used OEM part ensures factory-grade fitment, secure mounting, and a seamless appearance with the rest of the bodywork, facilitating professional repair or replacement of a damaged sill.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7147916-10
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7147916
• Substitutable numbers: 51777147916, 7147916, 51777190628, 7190628
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the side skirt

The right side skirt on the MINI Cooper S R56/R57/R58 is responsible for the aesthetic finish of the lower body edge and protects the sill from dirt and minor mechanical damage. This component helps maintain the correct side profile of the vehicle, which is important both visually and practically for the alignment of doors and other body panels.

Thanks to its OEM-compliant design, the side skirt maintains the correct geometry, allowing for proper fitment with factory mounting points. This is particularly important for post-accident repairs, where installation precision and dimensional repeatability are crucial.

Compatibility and OEM fitment

The offered side skirt has been designed specifically for the MINI Cooper S R56/R57/R58 version, which translates into a proper fit for the shape of the sill and the door line on the right side. Using an original solution eliminates the need for modifications, fitting universal replacements, or interfering with the body structure.

The component features dedicated mounts and a profile that works with the factory brackets on the body. As a result, installation is straightforward, and the risk of improper seating of the side skirt is minimized. This is beneficial for both body shops and users who care about maintaining the original character of the car.

Characteristics of the used part

The side skirt comes from dismantling, which allows for combining the preservation of OEM specifications with an attractive price compared to a new component. A used part is a good choice for maintenance repairs, replacement after minor damage, or restoring the car to a factory-like condition after work in the sill area.

Using an original side skirt from the secondary market helps maintain the visual consistency of the vehicle while reducing service costs. This solution is particularly valued by workshops specializing in the Mini brand and by conscious users who prefer OEM parts over cheaper, unreliable replacements.

Benefits of using the MINI side skirt

• Factory fitment – compatibility with the body geometry of the MINI Cooper S R56/R57/R58 on the right side.
• Original OEM construction – preservation of the manufacturer-intended mounting points and profile shape.
• Aesthetic sill finish – improvement of the side body appearance after repairs or replacement of a damaged element.
• Reasonable repair cost – a used OEM part as a compromise between quality and budget.

Expanding the MINI sill area

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the sill area in your MINI and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, trims, or additional moldings, check out the available parts in the Mini Side Skirts category.

Support in selecting used OEM parts

When working with used body components, it is crucial to properly match the part to the specific model version and take a conscious approach to repair planning. If you want to better understand how the availability of original used parts affects service lead times and costs, it is worth reading the article: Availability of car parts off-the-shelf vs. repair time – how do used OEM parts shorten workshop stays?.