Mercedes W212 Fuel Flap Tank Cap Cover Tenorite Grey Metallic - 755 A2127570006

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes W212 Fuel Filler Flap Tenorite Grey Metallic is an original body part from the fuel filler covers category, designed for installation in the rear of the vehicle. Finished in Tenorite Grey Metallic - 755, it allows for a visually consistent match with the factory body paint and an aesthetic finish to the fuel filler area.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2127570006-TNG
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2127570006
• Substitutable numbers: A2127570006, A 212 757 00 06
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Tenorite Grey Metallic - 755
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Fuel Filler Flap Features and Purpose

The fuel filler flap for Mercedes W212 belongs to the group of body parts responsible for protecting the fuel filler neck and maintaining a uniform body line. It is mounted in the rear of the vehicle, in the filler recess area, providing protection for the cap and filler socket against dirt, moisture, and mechanical damage.

Original origin from the Mercedes range guarantees correct geometry, compatibility with factory mounting points, and proper fit with adjacent body elements. As a result, the body line is maintained after installation, and the gaps between elements remain even.

Tenorite Grey Metallic - 755 Color and Visual Matching

The presented flap is finished in Tenorite Grey Metallic - 755, a color used from the factory on many Mercedes E-Class W212 generation models. The metallic shade of grey allows for an aesthetic integration of the part into the bodywork without the need for additional painting, provided the paint code matches the vehicle.

• Color Consistency – the ability to maintain a uniform body appearance during accident repairs or spot replacements.
• Reduced Painting Costs – with a matching paint code, often only polishing and adjustment are needed, without a full painting process.
• Factory Coating Structure – the metallic finish characteristic is preserved, consistent with the manufacturer's original standard.

Original Fuel Filler Cover and Product Category

This part belongs to the Fuel Filler Covers and Accessories category, meaning it has been specifically designed to function in the vehicle's refueling system area. The flap's construction ensures:

• Protection of the filler area against dirt, water, and minor mechanical damage.
• Secure mounting at factory body points, facilitating easy installation and service removal.
• Compatibility with the opening mechanism used in the specific model, without requiring modifications.

If you are looking for other parts from the Fuel Filler Covers and Accessories category dedicated to this brand, check out the Mercedes fuel filler covers and accessories available in our store to select components that are structurally and visually consistent.

Used Condition and Practical Aspects of Choice

The offered fuel filler flap is a used part, sourced from dismantling. Such parts are often chosen for body repairs as they allow for the preservation of original manufacturing quality while reducing costs compared to new components.

• Original Construction – maintained compliance with factory dimensions and shape.
• Economical Choice – favorable price-to-quality ratio compared to new parts.
• Actual Fitment – possibility of obtaining a part in the same paint color as the vehicle.

If you are considering whether a used or reconditioned part would be a better solution, an article on our blog may be helpful: reconditioned or used original – which part to choose for repair?, where we discuss the practical differences between these options.

Importance of a Proper Fuel Filler Flap in Operation

A functional and properly fitted fuel filler flap is important not only for aesthetics but also for usability. It protects the filler socket from excessive accumulation of dirt and moisture, which contributes to maintaining the proper operation of the refueling system and reduces the risk of corrosion in the filler recess area.

For users interested in a broader context of the fuel system's operation, diagnostics, and component selection by identification numbers, we recommend the article: Fuel System – Injectors, Pumps, and Fuel Tank: Maintenance and Repair, which details the principles of operation and servicing of key elements of the supply system.