Mini Cooper R57 R58 Filler In Flap Fuel Cap Cover Midnight Black 7190622

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

Mini Cooper R57 R58 Filler In Flap Fuel Cap Cover Midnight Black is an original fuel filler flap from the Mini range, designed for R57 series models. This component in the elegant Midnight Black Metallic color allows for an aesthetic and functional replacement of a damaged flap, maintaining the visual consistency of the bodywork and factory-fitment to the vehicle's exterior.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2758379-MNB
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2758379
• Substitutable numbers: 51172758379, 2758379, 7190622, BG
• Color: Midnight Black Metallic - A94
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Purpose and function of the Mini R57 fuel filler flap

The fuel filler flap in the Mini R57 model is responsible for protecting the fuel filler neck from contaminants, moisture, and mechanical damage. This item from the Fuel filler caps and accessories category ensures the fuel filler area is properly sealed, which reduces the risk of dirt entering the area around the cap and facilitates daily operation of the fuel system.

Color and body fitment

The finish in Midnight Black Metallic - A94 is characteristic of the Mini paint palette and allows for visual matching of the flap to factory-painted body components. As a result, replacing a damaged cover does not disrupt the car's styling lines, and the fuel filler area remains consistent with the rest of the body panels.

Its original Mini origin promotes proper alignment with the fender and opening mechanism, which translates into stable seating and predictable operation of the hinge and latch after installation.

Technical characteristics and installation

As an item from the Fuel filler caps and accessories group, the flap is designed for the factory mounting points in the Mini R57, which facilitates installation without the need for bodywork modifications. The design, intended to work with the original opening mechanism, allows for the retention of standard fuel filler operation.

The product is offered in used condition, meaning it comes from dismantling and represents an economical alternative to a new part, while maintaining original geometry and compatibility with the Mini bodywork.

Benefits of using an original Mini flap

• Factory fitment – maintaining the correct geometry and body lines in the fuel filler area.
• Color consistency – the Midnight Black Metallic paint allows for an aesthetic replacement without the need for additional painting (depending on the visual condition of the car).
• Fuel system protection – effective shielding of the cap and filler neck from external factors.
• Budget-friendly solution – a used original part as a reasonable compromise between cost and quality.

Technical support and component selection

For the correct selection of a fuel filler flap for a specific Mini R57 configuration, it is worth using paint codes and vehicle data. In case of doubts regarding compatibility with the fuel system, mounting methods, or diagnostics of potential leaks, a guide describing the construction and operation of the entire fuel system will be helpful – detailed information can be found in the article Fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration.

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

If you want to reduce vehicle downtime during service work and better plan the replacement of body components and equipment, it is worth familiarizing yourself with the practical tips contained in the material No more weeks of waiting – how a wide assortment in one warehouse actually shortens your car's downtime at the mechanic?, which shows how to effectively use a wide range of used parts.