Mini Cooper One R50 Fuel Filler Cover Flap British Racing Green A67 0148459

Visual condition of the part 

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. 

Mini Cooper One R50 Fuel Filler Cover Flap British Racing Green is an original body component designed for installation in the rear section of a Mini vehicle. Thanks to its factory British Racing Green Metallic color, the flap blends harmoniously with the body lines, allowing you to restore the car's consistent appearance after damage or a collision. It is a practical solution for users who want to maintain the original character of their Mini without the need to paint aftermarket replacements.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0148459-BRG
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0148459
• Substitutable numbers: 51170148459, 0148459
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: British Racing Green Metallic - 895 / A67
• Category: Other Starters, Alternators, ECUs & Wiring

Purpose and function of the Mini R50 fuel filler flap

The fuel filler flap in the Mini R50 model is responsible for protecting the fuel cap and filler neck from dirt, moisture, and mechanical damage. Located in the rear part of the body, it works with the factory opening mechanism, ensuring convenient access during refueling and stable closure while driving.

The offered item is part of the original Mini body system, which promotes proper alignment with the fender line and maintains the correct gap geometry. As a result, after installation, the flap does not protrude, does not rub against adjacent elements, and does not require any additional modifications.

British Racing Green Metallic color – visual matching

The factory British Racing Green Metallic paint is a distinctive, deep shade of green associated with classic Mini versions. Using the original color allows you to limit or completely eliminate the need for repainting, which shortens repair time and reduces costs.

For Mini R50 owners, this means the possibility of quickly replacing a damaged flap with a component that has a matching shade and paint structure. This is particularly important for spot repairs, where visual consistency and maintaining the factory look of the bodywork are essential.

Component characteristics and installation

The offered fuel filler flap is an original part sourced from dismantling, which helps maintain the correct dimensions, shape, and compatibility with the factory hinge and opening mechanism. Such components are designed for a specific model, ensuring that installation is predictable and does not require fitting aftermarket parts.

In practice, this means that after proper installation, the flap should operate smoothly, without excessive play or resistance, and its position when closed will be consistent with the body line. This is important both from an aesthetic point of view and for protecting the fuel filler neck from external factors.

Application in Mini body repairs

Replacing the fuel filler flap is a typical operation during repairs of the rear body sections after minor collisions, acts of vandalism, or local corrosion. Using an original component in the correct color allows you to:

• maintain the visual consistency of the rear part of the vehicle,
• limit the scope of paintwork,
• maintain the factory fit of body panels,
• minimize the risk of problems with the closing and operation of the flap mechanism.

For body shops and users servicing their cars themselves, this is a practical solution that facilitates technically correct and predictable repairs.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body zone in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, small mounting parts, or complementary body details, check the available parts in the Other Mini category.

Technical support and vehicle project development

Selecting the right body components, such as the fuel filler flap, often goes hand in hand with mechanical modifications and improving vehicle performance. If you are considering further work on your car and want to better understand the differences in construction and manufacturers' approaches to high-performance versions, it is worth consulting expert materials. An article describing the comparison of sports variants with standard versions may be helpful, available at the link Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?, which shows how manufacturers design powertrains, braking systems, and chassis in cars with higher dynamics.