BMW MINI Clubman R55 Rear Bumper Towing Eye Cover Cap Trim 7167567 Pepper White

BMW MINI Clubman R55 Rear Bumper Towing Eye Cover Cap Trim is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, designed for installation in the rear part of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory fit, it ensures a seamless look for the bumper, maintaining the body line and aesthetics characteristic of MINI in Pepper White - 850 color.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: P0442796-PW
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7167567
• Substitutable numbers: 51120442796, 0442796, 7167567, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Pepper White - 850
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the component

The described towing eye cover is dedicated to the rear bumper of the MINI Clubman R55 model. The component acts as a cover for the towing eye mounting hole, protecting the bumper structure from dirt and improving the visual continuity of the painted surface.

Thanks to its precise shape and factory clips, the cover works with the original bumper, which facilitates installation and allows for maintaining proper alignment with other body components.

Color and visual fit

The component is finished in Pepper White - 850, characteristic of many MINI configurations. Using the original color allows for maintaining a uniform look of the rear bumper without the need for additional painting or shade matching.

The cover provides an aesthetic completion to the rear part of the body, reducing the visibility of technical mounting holes and emphasizing the consistent character of the MINI Clubman R55 line.

Installation characteristics

The cover is designed for installation in the rear zone of the vehicle, in the place of the factory towing eye hole. The design based on the original MINI project allows for seating the component in the bumper without the need for body modifications.

Such a solution allows for a quick replacement of a damaged or lost cover, restoring the full functionality and aesthetics of the rear bumper after bodywork repairs or parking collisions.

Condition and use in body repairs

The offered component comes from the used MINI body parts market, which makes it a practical choice for post-accident repairs when the priority is to maintain the original quality and geometry of the bumper. Using parts from disassembly often allows for a better match of color and surface structure than in the case of many aftermarket replacements.

If you are considering a wider range of bodywork and want to consciously choose components, an article comparing the differences between parts from disassembly and replacements may be helpful – check the material: Post-accident repair of your car: why are used body parts a better choice than replacements?.

Integration with other MINI components

The cover contributes to the rear protective zone of the vehicle along with other components from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, being responsible for closing the bumper surface and protecting the towing hole. This is particularly important when maintaining the factory look of the vehicle after repairs and when preparing the car for resale.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear bumper zone in your MINI and need other elements from the same group, such as reinforcement beams, fillers, or additional covers, check the available parts in the category Mini Bumpers and reinforcements.