Audi R8 42 Licence Plate Bracket Mounting Plate Hinge Upper Left N/S 420809141

Audi R8 42 Licence Plate Bracket Mounting Plate Hinge Upper Left N/S is a precision mounting component designed for the stable attachment of the license plate on the left side of the vehicle. This original design from the Brackets, mounts and mounting parts group ensures proper guidance, positioning, and latching of the plate in accordance with Audi factory standards. It is a practical solution for users looking to restore correct plate mounting after body repairs or front-end component replacement.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 420809141
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 420809141
• Substitutable numbers: 420809141, 420 809 141
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Category: Mounts, Brackets & Hardware

Purpose and function of the component

The presented bracket serves as a catch, hinge, and latch simultaneously, ensuring secure yet service-friendly mounting of the license plate. Its application on the left side of the vehicle allows for proper distribution of forces acting on the frame and plate, which reduces the risk of looseness, vibrations, or unwanted noises while driving.

The component has been designed to maintain factory mounting geometry, which facilitates installation and subsequent service procedures. Stable plate guidance translates into an aesthetic appearance of the vehicle's front and compliance with legal requirements regarding the visibility of registration markings.

Benefits of using an original bracket

Using an original bracket in an Audi R8 helps avoid problems typical of aftermarket replacements with inaccurate dimensions. Key advantages include:

• factory fitment to the body mounting points,
• correct operation of the plate latch mechanism,
• maintenance of the vehicle's consistent front styling line,
• reduced risk of damage to the frame or the plate itself during removal.

As a result, the process of installing and removing the license plate remains predictable, and the entire mounting system retains parameters close to factory specifications.

Mounting and operational characteristics

The bracket is prepared to operate under typical conditions of a sports car, where variable aerodynamic loads and vibrations occur. The design, combining the function of a hinge and a latch, allows for repeated opening and closing of the system without excessive wear of the mating parts.

Its placement on the left side of the vehicle makes it easier for technicians and users to identify the correct mounting point during post-accident repairs or front-end component replacement. The logical layout of the mounts facilitates the quick restoration of the correct plate position after body and paint work.

Use of a used part

Choosing a used bracket for an Audi allows for an optimal combination of quality and reasonable repair costs. Original mounting components from disassembly retain factory geometry and operating characteristics, which is particularly important in the case of precision latching mechanisms. This type of solution works well both for local front-end repairs and for vehicle restoration after a collision, when it is necessary to recreate the complete plate mounting system.

Related Audi mounting components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front license plate mounting area in your Audi and need other components from the same group, such as additional brackets, supports, or frame mounting elements, check the available parts in the Audi Brackets, mounts and mounting parts category.

Additional knowledge and technical support

When planning repairs using components from disassembly, it is worth knowing the specifics of original premium brand parts and their impact on service costs. Practical tips on selecting and using used components can be found in the article Used parts for Mercedes - original parts from disassembly, which discusses the advantages of using original elements from the secondary market in high-end cars.