Mini R50 Rear Seat Backrest Cover Left N/S Cloth Leather Tartan Red Molette

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mini R50 Rear Seat Backrest Cover Left N/S Cloth Leather Tartan Red Molette is a carefully selected item from the Seats and benches category, designed for the rear, left side of the interior of a Mini vehicle. The backrest is distinguished by an attractive red finish with fabric upholstery, allowing for an aesthetic and functional improvement of the rear bench in your car. It is a practical solution for users who want to maintain a consistent interior look while ensuring passenger comfort.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7136465
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7136465
• Substitutable numbers: 7136465, 52207136465
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Upholstery material: Fabric
• Color: Red
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment for Mini

The presented backrest has been designed as an element of the rear, left part of the bench in Mini R50 series models. Thanks to its factory origin from the Mini group, it maintains the correct proportions, shape, and mounting method, which facilitates installation and ensures proper fitment with the remaining elements of the bench. This is particularly important when replacing a single segment, when you want to maintain the original seat geometry and ensure trouble-free folding of the backrest.

Construction, material, and color scheme

The backrest uses fabric upholstery, which translates into a pleasant-to-the-touch, thermally neutral material that works well both in summer and winter. The red color gives the interior a more dynamic, distinctive character, while also allowing for consistent matching with factory Mini color configurations that used contrasting accents. The fabric structure promotes stable positioning of passengers on the rear bench and reduces clothing slippage during driving.

Function in the rear bench and comfort of use

The left rear seat backrest plays a key role in the daily use of the car – it is responsible for supporting the passengers' backs and works with the folding mechanism, allowing for the expansion of the luggage space. A properly selected element:

• provides stable support while driving,
• maintains a uniform bench line after folding and unfolding,
• allows you to maintain the factory look of the rear interior.

Thanks to the use of fabric upholstery, the backrest withstands typical operational loads well, such as frequent passenger entry and exit or transporting luggage after folding the bench.

Characteristics of the used element

The backrest comes from dismantling, which means it is a used part that retains its original construction and mounting parameters. Such components are often chosen for post-accident repairs, replacing worn upholstery elements, or restoring the interior to a state close to factory condition, while reducing costs compared to new parts. Proper selection of the backrest for the specific Mini R50 body version allows you to avoid problems with installation and visual matching.

Support for interior upgrades and additional materials

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear bench seat area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as backrests, seat cushions, or headrests, check out the available parts in the Mini Seats and benches category.

For larger interior changes, it is worth checking out tips on selecting and installing branded seats from dismantling – you will find practical advice in the article Interior metamorphosis: How branded seats from dismantling will drastically improve comfort and increase the value of your car, which discusses the impact of replacing seats and benches on driving comfort and the perceived value of the vehicle.