Mercedes X253 Rear Door Lower Left N/S Hinge Brilliant Blue 896 A2057300737

Mercedes X253 Rear Door Lower Left N/S Hinge Brilliant Blue 896 is an original body component designed for the rear left area of a Mercedes vehicle. The hinge in Brilliant Blue Metallic ensures proper door operation, stable support, and visual consistency with the factory body paint. It is a practical solution for accident repairs, replacing worn-out mounts, or correcting door geometry.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2057300737-BRB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2057300737
• Substitutable numbers: A2057300737, A 205 730 07 37
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Brilliant Blue Metallic - 896
• Category: Lift Supports, Latches, Hinges & Additional Parts

Hinge purpose and function

The presented hinge is dedicated to installation in the rear left part of the body, where it is responsible for the precise guidance of the lower door edge. A correctly selected component of this type reduces unwanted play, facilitates closing, and decreases the load acting on the sheet metal and other mounting points.

Replacing a worn hinge with an original component from the same design series allows for restoring the correct geometry of the door panel, which translates into comfort of use, tightness, and proper operation of the lock and seals.

Brilliant Blue Metallic color – visual matching

The hinge is finished in the Brilliant Blue Metallic – 896 shade, which facilitates integration with factory-painted body elements in the same color. Thanks to this, the scope of additional painting can be limited during body repairs, and the mounting area remains visually consistent with the rest of the bodywork.

Such color matching is particularly important in the case of repairs performed in visible sill areas and door edges, where color differences could be easily noticeable.

Component condition and use in service practice

The offered hinge comes from the Gas springs, locks, hinges, and other parts group, which means it is designed as a component working with the door opening and closing system. It works well both for standard replacement of worn mounts and for door reconstruction after mechanical damage.

In service practice, such a component is used, among others, for:

• correcting sagging doors in the rear left part of the body,
• removing the effects of collisions in the hinge area,
• restoring smooth lock operation and reducing stress on the bodywork.

Compatibility and part selection

As an original element intended for a specific model series, the hinge ensures proper mounting points and geometry consistent with factory design assumptions. When selecting parts, it is worth paying attention to the placement on the vehicle (rear – left side) and color compatibility with the body paint.

Thanks to this, the installation proceeds more efficiently, and the risk of problems with fitting, adjustment, or door operation is limited.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the door mounting area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional hinges, locks, or gas springs, check the available parts in the Gas springs, locks, hinges, and other parts Mercedes category.

Safe selection of used body elements

When purchasing used body components and door accessories, it is worth paying attention to their origin, compatibility with a specific model, and general technical condition. A properly selected hinge allows you to avoid excessive play, rattling when closing, and accelerated wear of the lock and seals.

If you want to better understand what to look for when choosing used drivetrain elements and related components, the guide on our blog will be helpful: Second-hand differential – what is worth knowing about used differentials, sensors, and drivetrain systems.

For a broader view on completing used components for vehicle repairs and upgrades, including body elements, door accessories, and other sub-assemblies, it is also worth reading the article Comprehensive supply: From the engine to the smallest clip – how to complete used car parts in one place?.