Mini Cooper R56 Rear Left N/S Seat Backrest Cloth / Leather Carbon Black

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Mini Cooper R56 Rear Left N/S Seat Backrest Cloth / Leather Carbon Black is an original component from the Seats and benches category, designed for installation in the rear left section of the vehicle interior. This used seat backrest ensures a factory-fit, maintaining the correct mounting geometry and stylistic consistency with other cabin elements. The black color scheme allows for aesthetic integration with most MINI interior configurations, facilitating the technical replacement of a worn or damaged backrest.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7233785
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7233785
• Substitutable numbers: 522072337857233785
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment for the MINI Cooper R56

The rear seat backrest has been designed specifically for the MINI Cooper R56 body, taking into account the characteristic construction of the rear cabin area. The element is mounted on the left side in the rear row, which is crucial for matching existing mounting points and the seat folding system. By maintaining the original geometry, the backrest works with factory latches, seat belts, and adjustment mechanisms, which reduces the risk of play, rattles, and improper fitment.

Structural and visual characteristics

The black color of the backrest allows for a consistent, subdued interior look, especially in popular MINI cabin configurations. The rear seat in this variant is part of a complete seating system, so replacing it with a structurally compatible element makes it easier to maintain a uniform stylistic line and the correct seating layout in the second row. The backrest is prepared for operation under typical usage conditions, maintaining appropriate rigidity and stability for passengers.

Function in the safety system and passenger comfort

The left rear seat backrest in the MINI Cooper R56 plays an important role in the passive safety system, working in conjunction with seat belts and the vehicle's body structure. A properly selected component helps maintain the correct position of passengers in the second row, while also influencing travel comfort thanks to its appropriate profile and stable back support. Replacing a worn or damaged backrest with an original component from the same series allows for the restoration of factory performance parameters without the need for interior modifications.

Use of used parts in a MINI

Choosing a used rear seat backrest for the MINI Cooper R56 is a solution that allows you to combine cost control with maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. This dismantled part is particularly useful for post-accident repairs, replacement after mechanical damage, or refreshing the vehicle's interior when you want to ensure compliance with the factory design. This allows for the effective restoration of the rear cabin's functionality without interfering with the seat structure.

Expansion and modernization of the MINI seating area

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the seating area in your MINI and need other elements from the same group, such as backrests, seat cushions, or complete rear seat modules, check out the available parts in the Mini Seats and benches category.

More on improving comfort and vehicle value

If you are considering a broader interior modernization, replacing seats or entire seat sets with branded dismantled parts, it is worth familiarizing yourself with practical tips regarding the impact of such changes on comfort and the perceived value of the vehicle. A detailed discussion can be found in the article Interior metamorphosis: How branded dismantled seats will drastically improve comfort and increase the value of your car, which will help you better plan the scope of work in your MINI interior.