Mini R56 R57 Rear Bumper Panelling Cover PDC Midnight Black Metallic - A94

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

Mini R56 R57 Rear Bumper Panelling Cover PDC Midnight Black Metallic - A94 is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, designed for installation in the rear part of the vehicle. It ensures a seamless finish for the bumper area, aesthetic integration of parking sensors, and color matching to the factory Midnight Black Metallic paint.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0430249-MNB1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0430249
• Substitutable numbers: 51120430249, 0430249, 51127147876, 7147876, BG
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Midnight Black Metallic - A94
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the component

The presented rear bumper cover is dedicated to Mini R56 and R57 series models, serving as an integral part of the rear body structure. The component is designed as a masking and finishing panel in the bumper area, with provisions for PDC parking sensors, which allows for maintaining the factory functionality of the parking assistance system.

Thanks to its precise shape and correct profile, the cover helps maintain the proper geometry of the rear body zone while protecting the internal bumper components from direct exposure to external factors.

Color and visual fit

The component is finished in Midnight Black Metallic A94, which allows for consistency with the factory Mini body paint in this shade. The metallic paint coating provides a characteristic depth of color and harmonizes well with other body elements, reducing the need for additional painting work after installation, provided the vehicle has the same paint code.

Such color matching is particularly important for post-accident repairs and when replacing individual panels, where maintaining a uniform appearance of the entire rear of the vehicle is essential.

Mounting and construction parameters

The cover is prepared for installation in the rear of the vehicle, in accordance with the factory mounting layout in the Mini R56/R57. The design includes space for PDC sensors, which facilitates the transfer of the existing installation from the damaged component. The product has a specific weight, which is important when planning transport and when working with the component during assembly and disassembly.

As a part from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, the panel works in conjunction with other rear bumper components, such as the beam, internal reinforcements, or other covers, creating a cohesive protective and aesthetic system.

Product characteristics and service application

The offered component is an original Mini part, which promotes proper fitment to the body and compatibility with factory mounting points. The product is primarily used for body and paint repairs, replacing a damaged rear bumper panel, or restoring full functionality of the PDC system after a collision.

Due to its nature, the cover can be used both in routine repairs and in vehicle visual refreshment projects, where maintaining the original Mini body specification is important.

Condition and benefits of use

The component is offered as a used part, which allows for economical repair while maintaining the original design and purpose. Choosing such a solution is beneficial in situations where compliance with the factory design is a priority, while simultaneously optimizing service costs.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body zone in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as additional panels, covers, or reinforcements, check the available parts in the Mini Bumpers and reinforcements category.

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