BMW Mini Cooper R52 Cabrio Filler In Flap Fuel Cap Cover Liquid Yellow 902

The MINI R52 Fuel Flap Liquid Yellow is an original fuel filler cap designed for Mini R52 models, finished in the distinctive Liquid Yellow - 902 color. This item, from the Fuel Filler Caps & Accessories category, allows for an aesthetic and functional replacement of the factory flap, maintaining the bodywork's stylistic consistency and ensuring a proper fit around the wheel arch and fuel filler neck.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: P0309413-YEL
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0309413
• Substitutable numbers: 0309413, 51170309413, 7118374
• Color: Liquid Yellow - 902
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Purpose and Function of the Fuel Flap

The presented fuel flap is designed as a bodywork component responsible for protecting the fuel filler neck from dirt, moisture, and mechanical damage. Its construction, compliant with factory Mini standards, ensures correct closure, stable mounting, and proper positioning around the filler neck, thereby reducing the risk of dirt entering the fuel cap area.

As part of the Fuel Filler Caps & Accessories group, the flap works with the original hinge and latch mechanism, allowing for the preservation of the vehicle's original functionality without the need for bodywork modifications.

Liquid Yellow Color – Visual Matching

The finish in Liquid Yellow - 902 allows for a seamless match with the factory Mini paint in this color. This solution is particularly beneficial for:

• replacing a damaged or corroded fuel flap,
• restoring the original appearance of the bodywork after sheet metal and paint repairs,
• completing a missing element in a Mini R52 restoration project.

Thanks to the factory paint shade, additional painting work can be minimized or entirely avoided, shortening repair time and simplifying the visual matching process.

Mounting Characteristics

The Mini R52 fuel flap is structurally designed for installation in place of the original component, utilizing the factory mounting points. This allows for:

• maintaining correct geometry relative to the fender and fuel filler neck,
• proper interaction with the existing hinge and opening mechanism,
• limiting work to disassembly and assembly operations without interfering with the body structure.

This type of solution is particularly advantageous in bodywork and paint shops and during accident repairs, where repeatability and predictability of the final result are crucial.

Item Condition and Practical Application

The offered fuel flap is a used item, making it an attractive cost-effective alternative to new parts while maintaining the original manufacturer's specifications. This type of component is suitable for both routine repairs and bodywork reconstruction in hobby projects where the combination of functionality and preserving the Mini's character is important.

When it comes to the refueling system, it's worth paying attention not only to the flap itself but also to the condition of the filler neck and surrounding elements. For a deeper understanding of the entire fuel supply system, diagnostics, and part selection by OEM numbers, the article: Fuel System – Injectors, Pumps, and Fuel Tank: Maintenance and Restoration will be helpful.

Complementary Items from the Same Group

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the fuel filler area on your Mini and need other items from the same group, such as additional caps, covers, or accessory trim elements, check the available parts in the Mini Fuel Filler Caps & Accessories category.

Summary

The MINI R52 Fuel Flap Liquid Yellow is an original, used bodywork part that allows you to restore the proper function and consistent appearance of the fuel filler area on your Mini. Its factory Liquid Yellow - 902 color, R52 construction compliance, and belonging to the Fuel Filler Caps & Accessories group make it a practical solution for both workshops and individual users seeking a technically matched replacement part.