Mini Cooper One R50 Bumper Lower Chrome Trim Cover Front Right O/S 6800142

Visual condition of the part 

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. 

Mini Cooper One R50 Bumper Lower Chrome Trim Cover Front Right O/S is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, designed for installation on the right side of the front bumper. The chrome finish highlights the Mini's body lines, ensuring a cohesive, aesthetic appearance and a factory-fit to the bumper.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6800142
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6800142
• Substitutable numbers: 51116800142, 6800142
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Chrome
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the component

The trim is designed to work in the front part of the vehicle, on the right side, as a decorative and protective bumper component. Its purpose is to:

• complete the bumper structure in the corner area,
• maintain the continuity of the Mini's front styling line,
• protect a section of the bumper edge against minor mechanical damage.

Thanks to its precise profile, the trim works with factory mounts, which facilitates installation and allows for maintaining proper body panel alignment.

Chrome finish and body aesthetics

The chrome surface of the trim has been selected for compatibility with other Mini Cooper One R50 details in the front part of the body. This type of finish:

• emphasizes the characteristic, classic Mini style,
• creates a cohesive visual strip with other chrome accents,
• improves the optical perception of the car's front, giving it a more orderly look.

A properly maintained chrome trim allows for restoring the original appearance of the bumper after a minor collision or replacement of a damaged part, which is particularly important when caring for the vehicle's visual aspect.

Placement on the vehicle and assembly aspects

The component is intended for installation in the front part of the car, on the right side. Such placement requires maintaining the correct bumper geometry, which is why using a dedicated trim allows to:

• maintain correct parting lines between the bumper and adjacent elements,
• minimize the risk of stress resulting from the use of mismatched replacements,
• preserve the factory gaps and edges within the front belt.

As a part from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, the trim works with the bumper structure without interfering with its energy-absorbing properties, while simultaneously completing its external form.

Product characteristics and practical application

The presented item is a used part, which in practice means the possibility of an economical bumper repair while maintaining original geometry and appearance. In many cases, this is a beneficial solution for:

• local front vehicle repairs after minor damage,
• restoring bumper completeness after missing individual trims,
• preparing the car for sale or technical inspection in terms of visual condition.

Thanks to the preservation of the factory shape and chrome color, the trim allows avoiding shade differences or inaccurate fitment, typical for random replacements.

Selection of other Mini bumper elements

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front bumper zone in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as additional trims, covers, or reinforcements, check the available parts in the Mini Bumpers and reinforcements category.

For users interested in a broader context of selecting body elements and sports components, an article describing the differences between standard and sports-oriented components may be useful – you can find it here: BMW M Performance: what is the difference between BMW M components and standard ones?.