Fuel Flap Mini Cooper 2 R55 R56 LCI Filler In Flap Cap Cover Midnight Black A94

The Fuel Flap Mini Cooper 2 R55 R56 LCI Filler In Flap Cap Cover Midnight Black A94 in Midnight Black Metallic A94 is an original body component designed for facelifted Mini models. This used, factory-spec fuel flap ensures proper protection of the fuel filler neck and maintains a consistent, aesthetic appearance of the side bodywork in the Midnight Black color scheme.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7148883-MNB2
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7148883
• Substitutable numbers: 51177148883, 7148883, EM
• Color: Midnight Black Metallic - A94
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Purpose and function of the component

This fuel flap has been designed specifically for the facelifted (LCI) Mini Cooper 2 R55/R56 series, ensuring full compatibility with the factory body lines. The item belongs to the Fuel Flap and Accessories category, responsible for protecting the fuel filler from contaminants and ensuring the proper closure of the area around the fuel cap.

The original design ensures a proper fit with the bodywork, stable mounting, and correct operation of the flap opening and closing mechanism, which is important for both daily use and maintaining the vehicle's aesthetics.

Color and visual fit

The finish in Midnight Black Metallic - A94 allows for a uniform body appearance in Mini vehicles with this paint code. The metallic black blends well with the characteristic lines of the Mini body, and the correctly matched shade facilitates the aesthetic replacement of a damaged or worn flap without the need for additional painting of the entire component.

Selecting the original color is particularly important for post-accident repairs and spot body corrections, where visual consistency and minimizing the scope of bodywork and painting are essential.

Characteristics of the original Mini part

As a Mini brand component, the fuel flap maintains factory mounting parameters and compatibility with other body components. This means predictable behavior during installation, no need for modifications, and a perfect fit for the original hinges and mounts in the fender.

The product has an assigned OEM part number and corresponding interchangeable numbers, which facilitates verification of compatibility with a specific equipment version and vehicle year, especially when selecting parts by VIN or based on manufacturer catalogs.

Condition and service application

The item is used, making it a practical solution for maintenance and post-accident repairs when the priority is to maintain original quality at a reasonable cost. This type of part is suitable both for replacing a damaged flap and for restoring the car to a factory-like condition after local body repairs.

Thanks to the preservation of factory geometry and mounting points, installation is predictable for an experienced mechanic or body technician, without the need to adjust aftermarket replacements of uncertain specifications.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the fuel filler area in your Mini and need other components from the same group, such as flaps, covers, or additional accessories around the filler, check the available parts in the Mini Fuel Flaps and Accessories category.

Technical support and OEM selection

When selecting components related to the fuel system, it is worth paying attention to compliance with service documentation and manufacturer markings. Detailed information on diagnostics and component selection by OEM numbers, as well as proper fuel system maintenance, can be found in the article: Fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration.

Summary

Fuel Flap Mini Cooper 2 R55 R56 LCI Filler In Flap Cap Cover Midnight Black A94 is an original, used fuel flap in Midnight Black Metallic - A94, designed for facelifted Mini models. It provides a functional and aesthetic solution when replacing a damaged flap, ensuring factory fitment, body color consistency, and compliance with manufacturer requirements regarding installation and operation.