Mini R55 Rear Bumper Towing Eye Cover Cap 7167567 Hot Chocolate Metallic - A88

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mini R55 Rear Bumper Towing Eye Cover Cap Hot Chocolate Metallic - A88 is an original body component from the Bumper inserts and covers group, designed for the rear bumper section. Factory fitment and the distinctive Hot Chocolate Metallic - A88 color allow for an aesthetic and technically correct restoration of the towing eye mounting area.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0442796-CHOCO
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0442796
• Substitutable numbers: 0442796, 51120442796, 7167567
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Part type: Bumper Insert
• Color: Hot Chocolate Metallic - A88
• Category: Bumper Inserts & Covers

Purpose and function of the component

The towing eye cover for the Mini R55 is designed as an integral part of the rear bumper, responsible for closing the towing eye mounting hole when not in use. This maintains the continuity of the bumper surface and protects the structural elements located behind it from dirt and external factors.

Its placement in the rear of the vehicle helps protect the towing eye socket and improves the visual consistency of the bodywork, which is important both for daily use and when reselling the car.

Color and visual fitment

The finish in Hot Chocolate Metallic - A88 is characteristic of specific Mini R55 configurations and allows for maintaining a uniform color line of the bumper. The metallic paint coating ensures consistency with the factory body paint, which reduces the need for additional painting when the component is correctly matched.

Selecting the correct cover in this color is particularly important for post-accident repairs and when replacing individual bumper components, where maintaining the original appearance of the vehicle without visible shade differences is a priority.

Installation characteristics

The cover is structurally prepared for operation in the rear body zone, in the location provided by the manufacturer for the towing eye. Properly shaped clips and edge geometry allow for installation in the designated bumper socket without the need for structural modifications.

This solution enables the restoration of the factory look after removing the towing eye or after body and paint repairs, while maintaining proper alignment with other bumper elements.

Condition and practical application

The item comes from disassembly, which means it is a used part that retains its factory geometry and purpose. This type of component is particularly useful for economical body repairs, where compliance with the original manufacturer's specifications and cost reduction compared to new parts are priorities.

The cover is suitable both for replacing a damaged element and for completing missing details of the rear bumper in the Mini R55, where maintaining visual and functional consistency is essential.

Integration with other Mini bumper elements

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear bumper area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, inserts, or additional caps, check the available parts in the Mini bumper inserts and covers category.

Additional technical and operational information

For users interested in a broader context of using parts from disassembly in modern cars, particularly in the area of electronics and comfort systems, an article describing the practical aspects of repairs using original used components may be helpful – you can find it here: Driving pleasure for years – how to take care of iDrive systems and electronic modules in BMW 3 and 5 series models.