Mini Cooper S R56 R57 Complete Rear Bumper Trim Panel Astro Black Metallic A25

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

Mini Cooper S R56 R57 Complete Rear Bumper Trim Panel Astro Black Metallic A25 is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, designed for installation in the rear section of a Mini vehicle. Finished in the attractive Astro Black Metallic - A25 color, it allows for a visually and technically consistent replacement of a damaged bumper without compromising on fitment.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0430252-ASB3
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0430252
• Substitutable numbers: 51120430252, 0430252, 51127147890, 7147890, 7147886
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Astro Black Metallic - A25
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and fitment for Mini

The presented rear bumper has been designed specifically for Mini S R56 series models, taking into account the factory body geometry and mounting points. Its placement in the rear area of the vehicle ensures proper protection of the structural frame and components located behind the bumper, while maintaining the characteristic Mini body line.

Thanks to a design consistent with the manufacturer's specifications, this component allows for installation using factory brackets and reinforcements, which facilitates workshop tasks and reduces the need for additional bodywork modifications.

Color and finish Astro Black Metallic - A25

The Astro Black Metallic - A25 color is a distinctive metallic black used in the Mini range, which complements both light and dark styling accessories well. The use of metallic paint provides depth of color and an aesthetic visual effect in both daylight and artificial light.

For vehicles already painted in this shade, the bumper serves as a favorable base for color matching, which in practice can limit the scope of additional paint work to blending the shade and protecting the surface.

Characteristics of the used component

As a used part, the Mini S R56 rear bumper is a sensible choice in situations where the priority is to optimize repair costs while maintaining the original construction. Such components are frequently chosen by workshops specializing in the Mini brand and by users looking for factory fitment and consistency with the body line.

Using an original aftermarket bumper allows for the preservation of the proper rigidity and geometry of the rear body section, which is important both for safety and for the correct installation of adjacent components, such as lights, trim strips, or mounting elements.

Application in body and paint repairs

The rear bumper in Astro Black Metallic - A25 is suitable for typical post-accident repairs, parking damage corrections, and body restoration of the Mini S R56. Due to its factory shape and intended placement on the vehicle, it facilitates the restoration of the original rear line of the car and proper alignment with the trunk lid and side panels.

The component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group is also important from the perspective of further operation – a correctly selected and installed bumper reduces the risk of accelerated wear of adjacent components and minimizes issues with leaks or aerodynamic noise.

Repair expansion – other Mini bumpers and reinforcements

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

Technical support and knowledge about used parts

When planning repairs using aftermarket components, it is worth relying on proven sources of knowledge regarding the operation and selection of parts. In the context of premium brands, materials discussing typical faults and the cost-effectiveness of using used elements can be helpful – for example, such as the article about the BMW N47 timing chain and the use of original used BMW parts, which shows a practical approach to repairs using second-hand OEM components.