BMW 7 Series E65 E66 E67 Rear Centre Light In Trunk Lid License Plate Lamp

BMW 7 Series E65 E66 E67 Rear Centre Light In Trunk Lid License Plate Lamp mounted in the trunk lid is an original lighting component designed for the rear of the vehicle. It ensures proper illumination of the license plate, which is important for both safety and regulatory compliance. As part of the Main and center brake lights group, it serves as a cohesive element of the rear lighting assembly in the BMW 7 Series.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7164747-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6904166
• Substitutable numbers: 63217164747, 7164747, 63216904166, 6904166, 63216929700, 6929700, 63216908711, 6908711, 6321690416
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Category: Centre & Third Brake Light Assemblies

Purpose and function in the BMW 7 Series

The described license plate lamp is designed for installation in the trunk lid of BMW 7 Series E65, E66, and E67 generation sedans. The component belongs to the rear lighting system and is responsible for uniform, legible illumination of the license plate, working in conjunction with other main and center brake lights. Thanks to the factory geometry of the housing and proper light diffusion, the consistent styling line of the vehicle's rear is maintained.

Construction and fitment to the trunk lid

The lamp is an OEM construction designed specifically for integration with the trunk lid of this BMW 7 Series generation. The shape of the body and the mounting points are adapted to the factory mounting holes, which facilitates replacement without the need for modifications. Space is provided for the vehicle's standard wiring, ensuring compatibility with the original electrical harness and lighting control.

Mounting parameters and vehicle zone

The lamp is intended for installation in the rear of the vehicle, in the central zone of the trunk lid. This placement ensures:

• proper illumination of the license plate along the vehicle's axis,
• consistency with the Main and center brake lights system,
• easy service access for potential replacement.

Thanks to the factory design, installation is predictable and repeatable, which is important both for post-accident repairs and for the standard replacement of worn lighting components.

Performance characteristics of the used component

The offered lamp is a used component sourced from dismantling, which allows for maintaining the original fit to the BMW bodywork and reducing repair costs compared to new parts. A used OEM component usually fits better into the existing vehicle structure than aftermarket replacements, especially in the case of precisely fitted trunk lid elements. This is a practical solution for bodywork repairs and for restoring full lighting functionality after mechanical damage.

Integration with other BMW lighting

The central license plate lamp works with the other rear lights, creating a complete vehicle signaling system. Properly functioning rear lighting affects the vehicle's visibility on the road, and thus driving safety at night and in conditions of limited visibility. Using an original component allows for maintaining factory brightness and light color parameters, in accordance with BMW manufacturer specifications.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear lighting zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as combination lamps, third brake lights, or additional lighting modules, check the available parts in the BMW Main and center brake lights category.

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