Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 Door Rear Left N/S Moonlight Silver Metallic - 706

Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 Door Rear Left N/S Moonlight Silver Metallic is an original body component from the Doors and door panels group, designed for installation on the rear left side of the vehicle. The Moonlight Silver finish ensures consistent body styling, while the genuine Mercedes origin guarantees precise geometric fitment and compatibility with the vehicle's body structure.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1687302305-MOON
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1687302305
• Substitutable numbers: A1687302305, A 168 730 23 05
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Silver
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and body fitment

These rear left doors are specifically designed for the Mercedes A-Class W168 generation, accounting for factory hinge mounting points, locks, and seals. Positioning on the rear driver's side allows for the direct replacement of a damaged component without the need for structural modifications to the body.

The original geometry of the door panel helps maintain correct gaps between body panels, which is essential for both aesthetics and the vehicle's sealing and interior acoustics. As a result, factory-standard alignment with the fender, rocker panel, and B-pillar can be achieved after installation.

Technical specifications and color

The door belongs to the Doors and door panels category, meaning it serves as an external body panel responsible for protecting the side of the vehicle and ensuring proper operation of the window and seals. The construction is intended for use on the rear left side of the vehicle, maintaining factory mounting points for accessories.

The Moonlight Silver color allows for aesthetic matching with the body in the same tone, reducing the scope of potential paint work. The uniform color of the panel also facilitates the selection of repair technology in the event of local paint touch-ups.

Condition, origin, and benefits of installation

The component is a genuine Mercedes part and is a used item, which allows for a cost-effective purchase while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. This solution is particularly attractive for post-accident repairs and restoring the vehicle to full operational efficiency.

Choosing original doors from dismantling reduces the risk of fitment issues typical of aftermarket parts with universal geometry. This simplifies the work of body shops and painters, shortening the time required for installation and adjustment of hinges and locks. For the user, this means stable closing, proper seal operation, and the preservation of interior acoustic comfort.

Application in the vehicle repair process

The installation of these doors is highly recommended in situations where the existing component has suffered mechanical damage, corrosion, or deformation following a collision. Thanks to the factory origin, it is possible to:

• restore the original side line of the body,
• maintain the correct operation of locking mechanisms and window guides,
• reduce the need for body filler and metal straightening.

This approach helps maintain the vehicle's value and improves safety, as the side body zone regains the rigidity and geometry intended by the manufacturer.

Mercedes Doors and door panels – expansion and modernization

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the side body zone in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as outer skins, inner panels, or additional reinforcements, check out the available parts in the Mercedes Doors and door panels category.

More practical information on how to consciously choose used components for this brand can be found in the article Used parts for Mercedes – original components from dismantling, which discusses the advantages of using original body and equipment components in Mercedes-Benz vehicles.