Mini Cooper R56 Cover Wheel Arch Liner Splash Guard Housing Rear Right O/S

Mini R56 Rear Right Wheel Arch Liner is an item from the mud flaps category, designed for installation in the rear right wheel arch. It is responsible for effectively protecting the body and suspension components from water, mud, and minor mechanical damage, ensuring more stable operating conditions for the underbody elements. Thanks to its factory fit for the Mini R56 construction, the liner allows for precise installation and maintenance of the correct wheel arch geometry.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7136168
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 51717136168
• Substitutable numbers: R56N LCi, 51717136168, 7136168
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Category: Splash Guards & Mud Flaps

Vehicle Application and Placement

The presented wheel arch liner is designed for installation in the rear right wheel arch area. This placement is crucial for protection:

• of the inner fender surfaces against corrosion and dirt,
• of suspension components and body mounts against direct exposure to water and road salt,
• of the wheel arch space from accumulating larger debris.

Thanks to its proper profile, the liner works with the factory wheel arch geometry of the Mini, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of improper fit.

Technical and Functional Characteristics

The wheel arch liner acts as a barrier between the wheel and the body structure. The design intended for the Mini allows for:

• controlled drainage of water and mud from the wheel arch area,
• reduction of dirt reaching the sills and fender edges,
• minimizing the risk of mechanical damage caused by stones thrown from under the wheel.

As an item from the mud flaps category, the liner also helps maintain the cleanliness of the lower body parts, which is important for both operational and aesthetic reasons.

Condition, Origin, and Benefits of Use

The offered wheel arch liner is a used part, sourced from dismantling, which allows for combining reasonable costs with maintaining the factory fit for the Mini. Choosing an original used part is a solution that in many cases:

• ensures a better fit than low-cost aftermarket alternatives,
• reduces the time needed for installation and potential adjustments,
• allows for maintaining the wheel arch structure in a configuration close to the factory one.

Using the correct liner in the rear right wheel arch helps extend the lifespan of suspension components and limit the development of corrosion in critical body points.

Application in Mini Service and Repairs

This type of wheel arch liner is particularly useful in situations where:

• mechanical damage has occurred due to a collision or contact with an obstacle,
• the old liner has cracked or worn through,
• mountings have corroded and comprehensive repair of the wheel arch area is necessary.

Replacing a worn liner with a functional part restores proper wheel arch protection and prepares the vehicle for further operation, including in more challenging road conditions.

Related Mud Flaps and Technical Materials

If you are looking for other Mini mud flaps suitable for different body versions or sides of the vehicle, check out the Mini mud flaps available in our assortment to select parts that meet specific service requirements.

When planning repairs and optimizing operating costs, it is also worth familiarizing yourself with a comparative analysis of powertrains and the impact of used parts on the service budget – practical information can be found in the article Volkswagen 1.9 TDI vs 1.4 TSI – Evolution of VW Engines and Repair Costs, which shows how to wisely utilize parts from the secondary market.