What is the construction and purpose of rear lights and brake lights?

Rear lights and brake lights are lamp assemblies mounted at the rear of the vehicle, on the fenders or tailgate. A typical element consists of a lens, housing, light source, reflectors, electrical connector, and mounting points. Their purpose is to signal the vehicle's presence, braking, and selected maneuvers. Depending on the model, they may appear as a single lamp or a set split into several parts.

What are rear lights and brake lights used for?

Rear lights are used to mark the car's position after dark and in low visibility, while brake lights are used to clearly signal braking. Thanks to them, the driver behind recognizes the road situation faster and can react earlier. Proper operation of these lamps also affects the vehicle's compliance with regulations and the safety of reversing and turning maneuvers if the lamp assembly also includes other light sections.

What is the construction and function of the LED module in a rear lamp?

The LED module is an integrated lighting element placed inside the rear lamp, responsible for light emission in one or more sections. It consists of diodes, an electronics board, and connections to the vehicle's installation. Its function is to generate a light signal quickly and evenly with low energy consumption. In practice, one must pay attention to the module's compatibility with the lamp housing, controller, and connector type.

How to choose a lamp for a specific car version?

It is best to compare the OEM number, interchangeable numbers, mounting side, and body version. It also matters whether the car is pre-facelift or post-facelift and whether the lamp is mounted in the fender or the tailgate. It is also worth checking the lens color, pin layout, and the presence of additional light functions.

What signs of damage should be noted before replacement?

Typical symptoms include a cracked lens, fogging inside the lamp, a non-working brake or position section, and damaged mounting brackets. Problems can also result from burnt contacts, a broken wire, or housing leaks. Before purchase, it is good to assess both the visual condition and the completeness of the connectors.

How is the installation of rear lights and brake lights performed?

Installation usually involves disconnecting the plug, unscrewing the mounts, removing the old lamp, and seating the new part in the same points. After installation, check the fit with the bodywork, seal, and the operation of all light sections. In cars with advanced electronics, you must additionally verify installation compatibility and the absence of error messages.

Tail lights and brake lights

At Global Parts, we offer a wide selection of original used car parts, including taillights and brake lights for many popular car brands such as BMW, Mini, Mercedes, Audi, Volkswagen, and others. Our taillights and brake lights undergo quality control to ensure you receive a top-quality product.

More information

Find it faster

Match to your vehicle

Make

BMW E91 LCI Rear Light Lamp Taillight Outer Right O/S 7289432

£18.95

Part no. 2990109-1

BMW X1 E84 Rear Light Lamp Plug Socket Wiring Left N/S 6984754

£13.95

Part no. RHD-5A3BC93

BMW G20 G28 Rear Tail Light Lamp Inner Left N/S 5A3BC93

£70.95

Part no. 7376474-1

Rear Lamp Plug BMW G30 F90 M5 Right O/S Trunk Lid Tailgate Light Cable 7376474

£13.95

Part no. 7489902

BMW F40 Rear Inner Tailgate Lamp Light Spring Coil Nut 7489902

£13.95

Part no. 7366074

BMW F34 GT Rear Lamp Bracket Trim Tail Light Cover Drip Right O/S 7366074

£13.95

Part no. 7366073

BMW F34 GT Rear Lamp Bracket Trim Tail Light Cover Drip Left N/S 7366073

£18.95

Part no. 2992477-2

BMW X1 E84 Wire Cable Plug Wiring Socket Rear Lamp Light Left N/S 6984754

£118.95

Part no. 7200817-3

BMW X5 E70 Rear Light In The Side Panel Left N/S Plug Socket Wiring 7200817

£13.95

Part no. 8059656-1

BMW F82 M4 Tailgate Rear Light Trunk Lid Lamp Right O/S 8059656

£28.95

Part no. 2990110-2

BMW X1 E84 Rear Lamp Light Side Panel Right Plug Socket Wiring 6984754

£13.95

Part no. 7306166-2

BMW F07 GT LCI Side Panel Tail Light Plug Socket Wiring Rear Right O/S 7306166

£13.95

Part no. 7203225-2

BMW F10 Light in Trunk Lid Left N/S Rear Lamp Plug Socket Wiring 8377246

£13.95

Part no. 6910768

BMW E60 Tail Light Taillight Lamp Back Side Panel Rear Right O/S 6910768

£13.95

Part no. 7505269-3

BMW X3 F25 Light in Trunk Lid Left N/S Rear Lamp Plug Socket Wiring 7505269

£18.95

Part no. 7295002

BMW X6 E71 Rear Light Side Panel Tail Lamp Right O/S Taillight 7295002

£189.95

Part no. 7314859-2

BMW X6 F16 F86 M Rear Light Lamp Side Panel Harness Loom Wiring Cable 7314859

£13.95

Part no. 7295001

BMW X6 E71 Rear Light Side Panel Tail Lamp Left N/S Taillight 7295001

£189.95

Part no. 7440481

BMW F45 Sealing Tailgate Boot Door Seal Active Tourer 7440481

£18.95

Part no. 7296097-3

Rear Lamp BMW F32 F33 F82 M4 Light In The Side Panel Left N/S 7296097

£113.95

Part no. 7288200

BMW X3 F25 Rear Light Tail Lamp Tailgate Clamp Left Right N/O/S Bracket 7288200

£13.95

Part no. 8496524-1

BMW F32 F36 F82 F83 Rear Boot Lid Back Door Tail Light Lamp Right O/S 8496524

£189.95

Part no. 7295006-1

BMW X6 E71 Rear Right Lamp Tail Light Cable Wiring Harness 7295006

£23.95

Part no. 3418439-2

BMW X3 E83 Rear Tail Light Lamp Outer Left N/S Side 3418439

£23.95

Part no. 5A3BC97

BMW G20 LCI Tail Light Rear Lamp Left Right N/O/S SET 5A3BC97 5A3BC65 5A3BC66

£256.95

Part no. 7425996

BMW X1 F48 Rear Light Tail Lamp Foam Cover Right O/S Bracket 7425996

£13.95

Part no. 8494359

BMW U06 Rear Light Lamp Side Panel Outer Left N/S 8494359

£118.95

Part no. 8494360

BMW U06 Rear Light Lamp Side Panel Outer Right O/S 8494360

£137.95

Part no. 7425995

BMW X1 F48 Rear Light Tail Lamp Foam Cover Left N/S Bracket 7425995

£13.95

Part no. 9325928

BMW F36 Rear Right Lamp Tail Light Cable Wiring Harness 9325928

£142.95

Part no. 2992477-4

BMW X1 E84 Rear Tail Light Outer Side Pane Taillight Left N/S 2992477

£94.95

Part no. 7227790-1

Rear Light BMW X5 E70 Cable Wiring Lamp LED Trim Panel Right O/S 7227790

£28.95

Part no. RHD-7955841

BMW G20 G21 G28 Rear Tail Light Lamp Inner Left N/S 7955841

£85.95

Part no. 7932133

BMW U06 Rear Left N/S Tailgate Light Lamp Inner 7932133

£161.95

Part no. 7956629-2

BMW G26 Rear Left N/S Tail Gate Lamp Light Trunk Plug Wiring Harness 7956630

£13.95

Part no. 7932134

BMW U06 Rear Tailgate Light Lamp Inner Hatch LED Right O/S 7932134

£89.95

Part no. 7956630-2

BMW G26 Rear Right O/S Tail Gate Lamp Light Trunk Plug Wiring Harness 7956630

£13.95

Part no. 7450644-1

BMW F40 Rear Lamp Taillight Light Side Panel Right O/S Cable Harness 7450644

£13.95

Part no. 8377240-5

BMW E65 Light in Trunk Lid Left N/S Rear Lamp Plug Socket Wiring 8377240

£13.95

Part no. 7164955-3

Plug Socker BMW E81 E87 LCI Tail Lamp Rear Left Side N/S Wiring 6984756

£13.95

Part no. 7285641-3

BMW E82 E88 Rear Tail Light Lamp Outer Side Panel Left N/S 7285641

£56.95

Part no. 9853370-1

BMW X3 G01 Tail Lamp Connector Cable Wiring Rear Right O/S 9853370

£13.95

Part no. 7174404-6

BMW E92 Coupe Rear Lamp Light In Side Panel Right O/S 7174404

£66.95

Part no. 8059656

BMW F82 M4 Tailgate Rear Light Trunk Lid Lamp Right O/S 8059656

£37.95

Part no. 7300267-1

Rear Lamp BMW F01 F02 LCI Saloon Taillight Light Side Panel Left N/S 7300267

£151.95

Part no. 6909052-2

BMW F01 F02 Rear Light In The Side Panel Right O/S Plug Socket Wiring 6909052

£13.95

Part no. 5A36198

BMW F74 Gran Coupé Rear Side Panel Outer Lamp Light Right O/S 5A36198

£161.95

Part no. 5A361B4

BMW F74 Gran Coupe Rear Inner Tail Light Lamp Right O/S Side 5A361B4

£170.95

Part no. 5A361A3

BMW F74 Gran Coupe Rear Inner Tail Light Lamp Left N/S Side 5A361A3

£146.95

Part no. 7295005

BMW X6 E71 Rear Lamp Trunk Lid Boot Tailgate Light Left N/S 7295005

£66.95

Part no. 2181348-1

Taillight BMW F10 520d 530i White Line Rear Side Panel Lamp Right O/S 2181348

£113.95

Part no. 6909052-3

BMW F90 M5 Rear Light In The Side Panel Left N/S Plug Socket Wiring 6909052

£13.95

Part no. 7200817-4

BMW X5 E70 Rear Light In The Side Panel Left N/S Plug Socket Wiring 7200817

£13.95

Part no. 2181350

BMW F10 520d 530i White Line Tailight Rear Trunk Lid Lamp Right O/S 2181350

£113.95

Part no. 7426051-3

Rear Lamp BMW F32 F36 F33 LCI Light Trunk Tailgate Left N/S Side Panel 7426051

£113.95

Part no. 7270098-2

BMW F20 F21 Rear Lamp Tail Light White Turn Indicator Right O/S 7270098

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7174404

BMW E92 Rear Lamp Light In Side Panel Right O/S 7174404

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7296102

BMW F32 F33 F36 Tail Light Rear Trunk Lid Boot Tailgate Lamp Right O/S 7296102

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7289432

BMW E91 LCI Rear Light Lamp In The Side Panel Outer Right O/S 7289432

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7372794-1

BMW F30 F31 F80 M3 Light Trunk Lid Boot Lamp Rear Right O/S 7371112

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 4869810

BMW 1 Series E82 E88 Drivers Taillight Tail Light Lamp Right Rear O/S 4869810

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7295423

BMW F22 F23 LED Light Lamp Side Panel Rear Left N/S Tail Light Taillight 7295423

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7162304-1

BMW E93 Cabrio Convertible Light In Trunk Lid Rear Right O/S 7162304

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7227793

BMW X5 E70 Rear Light In Trunk Lid Boot Lamp LED Retrofit Trim Left N/S 7227793

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7178384

BMW E93 Side Panel Light Lamp Bulb Holder Socket Rear Right O/S

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7164476

BMW X5 Series E53 Light In The Side Panel Lamp White Rear Right O/S 7164476

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7162214

BMW X3 E83 LCI Rear Light In Trunk Lid Boot Lamp Right O/S 7162214

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7296098-2

Rear Lamp BMW F32 F33 F36 F82 M4 Light Side Panel Right O/S Tail Light 7296098

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7359017-1

Rear Lamp BMW F20 F21 LCI Light Side Panel Left N/S 7359017

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7296098

BMW F32 F33 F36 F82 M4 Rear Light In The Side Panel Right O/S Lamp 7296098

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7174403-2

BMW E92 Coupe Rear Lamp Light In The Side Panel Left N/S 7174403

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7217309

BMW X3 F25 Lamp Trim In Trunk Lid Tailgate Light Rear Left N/S 7217309

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7273429

BMW E82 E88 Tail Light Rear Lamp Light Left N/S 7273429

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7252779

BMW E92 LCI Coupe Rear Lamp Light In The Trunk Lid Left N/S 7252779

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7162730

BMW Z4 E85 E86 Rear Tailgate Tail Light Lamp Right O/S 7162730

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7217314

BMW X3 F25 Rear Light LED Lamp Trim In Trunk Lid Tailgate Right O/S 7217314

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7177281

BMW 5 Series E60 LCI Tail Light Rear Lamp White Turn Indicator Left N/S 7177281

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7162309

BMW E93 E93N LCI Third Stop Lamp Light Rear Back Red 7162309

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7162729

BMW Z4 E85 E86 Tail Light Lamp Left Rear N/S 7162729

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7217310

Rear Light BMW X3 F25 Lamp Trim In Trunk Lid Tailgate Right O/S 7217310

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7288199

BMW X3 F25 Rear Tailgate Lamp Bulb Holder Left Right N/O/S Light Socket 7288199

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7181297

BMW E81 E87 LCI Rear Lamp LED Light Panel Left N/S 7181297

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7177698

BMW 5 Series E61 LCI Touring Rear Right O/S Lamp Light Trunk Tailgate 7177698

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7177282

BMW E60 LCI Tail Light Rear Lamp White Turn Indicator Right O/S 7177282

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7217313

Rear Light BMW X3 F25 LED Lamp Trim In Trunk Lid Tailgate Left N/S 7217313

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 3418443-1

BMW X3 E83 Left N/S Rear Lamp Light In Trunk Lid Boot Tailgate 3418443

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7296097-2

BMW F32 F33 F82 M4 Rear Lamp Tail Light Left N/S Plug Socket Wiring 1-2141397-1

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7162301-1

BMW E93 Convertible Rear Light Lamp Side Panel Left N/S Tail Light 7162301

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7210579

Tail Light BMW F06 F12 F13 Rear Lamp In Trunk Boot Lid Left N/S 7210579

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7453333

BMW F30 F80 M3 LCI Gutter Strip Trim Drip Rail Left N/S 7453333

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7174403-1

BMW E92 Rear Lamp Light Side Panel Left N/S Taillight Tinted 7174403

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7426051

Rear Lamp BMW F32 F36 F33 LCI Light In Trunk Lid Tailgate Left N/S Side 7426051

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7217311

BMW X3 F25 Rear Light LED Lamp Trim In The Side Panel Left N/S 7217311

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 4869809

BMW 1 Series E82 E88 Taillight Tail Light Lamp Left Rear N/S 4869809

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7178383

BMW E93 Side Panel Light Lamp Bulb Holder Socket Rear Left N/S 7178383

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7170976

BMW 6 Series E63 E64 Light Lamp In Trunk Lid Tailgate Rear Right O/S

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7162303-1

BMW E93 Convertible Light Lamp In Trunk Lid Panel Rear Left N/S 7162303

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7203229-1

BMW F10 Rear Light In The Side Panel Left N/S Lamp 7203229

Product currently unavailable

Part no. 7200817-1

BMW X5 E70 Rear Light Lamp Trim In The Side Panel Left N/S 7200817

Product currently unavailable

...

Showing 199-297 of 783 products