BMW Mini Cooper R56 Right Boot Trunk Tailgate Hinge O/S Mellow Yellow 2754280

Mini R56 Tailgate Hinge Right Mellow Yellow is an original body part from the Tailgates and Rear group, designed for the right side of the tailgate in Mini models. The precisely manufactured hinge ensures stable tailgate guidance, maintaining the factory body geometry and color consistency in the Mellow Yellow - A58 shade.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2754280-MY
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2754280
• Substitutable numbers: 41622754282, 2754282, 2754280, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Mellow Yellow - A58
• Offset (ET):
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Tailgate Hinge Purpose and Function

The presented hinge is dedicated to the right side of the tailgate in the Mini R56 series. It is responsible for the correct support and guidance of the tailgate during opening and closing, as well as for maintaining its proper position relative to the body. Thanks to its construction conforming to Mini's factory standards, the part allows for maintaining correct gaps, body lines, and proper operation of the lifting mechanism.

As an original part, the hinge works with factory mountings, gas struts, and the tailgate lock, which reduces the need for additional modifications during installation. This is a practical solution for accident repairs, replacement of corroded parts, or correcting tailgate operation.

Mellow Yellow Color – Visual Matching

The hinge is finished in the Mellow Yellow - A58 color, allowing for an aesthetic match with Mini bodywork in this paint. In many cases, this enables installation without the need for immediate repainting, which shortens repair time and facilitates the restoration of a cohesive look to the rear of the vehicle.

Color matching is particularly important for localized body repairs, where maintaining a uniform color of external elements and minimizing the scope of painting work is crucial.

Vehicle Placement and Installation Aspects

The hinge is designed for installation on the right side of the tailgate. This unambiguous designation of placement simplifies the selection of the correct component during repair and minimizes the risk of ordering errors. The part is prepared to work with the factory mounting points in the Mini R56 body, which helps maintain the original connection stiffness.

During installation, it is recommended to:

• check the condition of the opposite hinge and body mountings,
• monitor the operation of the tailgate gas struts after replacement,
• precisely adjust the tailgate position to achieve even gaps.

Characteristics of a Used OEM Part

The offered hinge is a used part, sourced from disassembly, which allows for maintaining the factory Mini specification while optimizing repair costs. Such components are often chosen for body repairs where matching original mounting points and maintaining compliance with the vehicle's construction are key.

An additional advantage is the presence of the OEM part number and related interchangeable numbers in the technical specification, which facilitates verification of compatibility with a specific Mini R56 version and allows for informed selection of the part based on manufacturer documentation.

Repair Extension and Additional Information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body area of your Mini and need other parts from the same group, such as hinges, mountings, or tailgate structural elements, check the available parts in the Mini Tailgates and Rear category.

If you want to better plan your repair and compare different solutions based on original used parts, our guide may be helpful – check out the article Best Used Car Parts – A Guide to the Most Popular Original Components, where we discuss practical aspects of selecting used parts for popular makes and models.