Mini One F55 Fuel Fill In Filler Flap Cover Cap Starlight Blue Metallic 7325897

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mini One F55 Fuel Fill In Filler Flap Cover Cap in Starlight Blue Metallic B62 is an original body component from the Fuel filler flaps and accessories category, designed for a precise fit with the factory flap on the Mini model. It is a practical solution for users looking to maintain body color consistency and restore full functionality to the fuel filler area following damage or wear.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7410277-STB
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7410277
• Substitutable numbers: 7410277, 51177410277, 7408755, 41007408755
• Color: Starlight Blue Metallic - B62
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Purpose and function of the component

The described fuel filler flap is designed specifically for the Mini One F55 body, ensuring proper coverage of the fuel filler neck and an aesthetic finish for the side of the vehicle. The component acts as a protective shield against dirt, moisture, and mechanical damage in the filler area, while maintaining a consistent vehicle appearance in line with factory specifications.

Thanks to a design compliant with the manufacturer's solutions, the flap works with the factory opening and closing mechanism, allowing for convenient daily use and proper operation of the refueling system.

Color and visual fit

The Starlight Blue Metallic – B62 color is a distinctive metallic shade used in the Mini range, which allows for a visual match of the flap to the body paint in the same color code. The metallic paint structure ensures consistent light reflection on the body surface, which is crucial when replacing a single exterior component.

Selecting a flap in this specific color is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs or spot body corrections, where maintaining the original look of the vehicle without the need for painting larger surfaces is a priority.

Technical and assembly characteristics

As a component from the Fuel filler flaps and accessories category, the product is prepared for integration with the factory mounting and body geometry of the Mini One F55. This means it can be installed in place of the original flap, maintaining the correct body line and proper fitment against adjacent panels.

The flap is a used part, which in practice means a real opportunity to optimize repair costs while maintaining original construction and compatibility with the factory fuel filler system. In many cases, such a choice allows for a technically correct repair without the need to resort to aftermarket replacements with uncertain fitment.

Fuel system application and operation

A properly selected fuel filler flap is important not only for aesthetics but also for utility – it limits the ingress of dirt and moisture around the cap, which helps maintain the proper seal of the refueling system. Stable mounting and proper fitment with the body reduce the risk of looseness, rattling, or unwanted vibrations while driving.

For users who want to better understand the role of such components in the broader context of vehicle fueling, an article describing the construction and maintenance of the fuel system – from injectors and pumps to the tank and refueling area – may be helpful: Fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration.

Integration with other Mini components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the fuel filler area in your Mini and need other components from the same group, such as additional covers, accessory overlays, or related mounting hardware, check out the available parts in the Mini Fuel filler flaps and accessories category.

By using original components from this brand, it is possible to maintain the structural and visual consistency of the body, which is important both for daily operation and for the future resale of the vehicle.