Wheel Arch Cover BMW E92 E93 Wheel Housing Bottom Front Left N/S 7162831

Wheel Arch Cover BMW E92 E93 Wheel Housing Bottom Front Left N/S is an original body component from the Mudflaps category, designed for installation in the front left wheel arch area. Specifically engineered for BMW 3 Series E92/E93 models, it provides proper protection for components against dirt, water, and minor mechanical damage, improving the durability of suspension and body parts.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7162831
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7162831
• Substitutable numbers: 7162831, 51717162831, KD
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Category: Splash Guards & Mud Flaps

Purpose and function of the wheel arch cover

The presented wheel arch cover is designed for installation in the front – left side of the vehicle, ensuring a precise fit to the body geometry of the BMW E92/E93. As a component from the Mudflaps category, it is responsible for effectively limiting the spray of water, mud, road salt, and small stones thrown by the tire, which reduces the risk of corrosion and mechanical damage within the body and suspension elements.

A properly selected wheel arch cover also helps keep the wheel arch area clean, which facilitates future inspections and maintenance, and reduces noise generated by debris accumulating in this area.

Compatibility and fit for BMW

As a part dedicated to the BMW 3 Series E92/E93, the wheel arch cover ensures factory-fit with the body mounting points. This means that the shape, crease lines, and placement of mounts are consistent with the manufacturer's original design, which facilitates installation and allows for maintaining the original wheel arch geometry.

Thanks to the use of the original OEM part number and related replacement numbers, the element can be easily verified for compatibility with a specific equipment version and vehicle year, which minimizes the risk of selecting a non-matching component.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered wheel arch cover is a used part, sourced from dismantling, which is a beneficial solution for users looking for original BMW parts at a more attractive price than new replacements. Such components retain the correct geometry and mounting points, while allowing for an economical repair of the vehicle after operational or collision damage.

Choosing a used OEM wheel arch cover is particularly important for repairs where maintaining material and structural consistency with other body elements is essential, which translates into mounting stability and predictable vehicle behavior while driving.

Benefits of installing an original wheel arch cover

• Better protection of the wheel arch area and suspension components against water, mud, and road salt.
• Factory fit to the BMW E92/E93 body, without the need for modifications.
• Stable mounting thanks to the retention of original mounting points.
• Possibility of economical repair using a used part with a proven design.

Extending wheel arch protection in BMW

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the wheel arch area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, extensions, or supplementary protective panels, check out the available parts in the BMW Mudflaps category.

Technical support and knowledge about dismantled parts

Proper selection of body elements and other components from dismantling in BMW requires knowledge of the specifics of the 3 and 5 Series models, as well as the principles of safe use of used electronic and mechanical subassemblies. To better understand how to effectively use dismantled parts in your car, read the article Driving pleasure for years – how to take care of iDrive systems and electronic modules in BMW 3 and 5 Series models using dismantled parts?, which discusses a practical approach to repairs and upgrades using original components.