Ford Focus Mk3 Door Side Mirror Left N/S Moondust Silver – ZJ BM51-17683-RG

Description

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Ford Focus Mk3 Door Side Mirror Left N/S Moondust Silver is an original body component designed for precise installation on the driver’s side. Thanks to its factory finish in Moondust Silver Metallic – ZJ, it ensures a consistent look with the vehicle’s paintwork while maintaining the correct field of view geometry. This is a solution for users who expect a technically matched, aesthetically finished, and functional side mirror for their Ford Focus Mk3.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-BM51-17683-RG-MDS
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: BM51-17683-RG
• Substitutable numbers: BM51-17683-RG, BM5117683RG, 2309407
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Part type: Standard Mirror Assembly
• Color: Moondust Silver Metallic – ZJ
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and compatibility for Ford Focus Mk3

The presented mirror has been designed as a component to be mounted on the left side of the vehicle, which guarantees the correct representation of the driver’s field of view and compliance with factory mounting points. The construction is based on solutions used as standard in the Ford Focus Mk3, ensuring compatibility with the body line, door seals, and the vehicle’s factory electrical harnesses (depending on the specific vehicle’s equipment).

Proper adjustment of the housing shape and mirror base minimizes the risk of wind noise while driving and facilitates correct mirror positioning relative to the driver’s seat. This is particularly important for daily vehicle use in city traffic and on the road.

Moondust Silver Metallic – ZJ color and body aesthetics

The finish in Moondust Silver Metallic – ZJ allows for visual consistency with the Ford bodywork that uses this paint code. The metallic coating provides a characteristic shine and blends well with the side line of the Focus Mk3, reducing the need for additional painting when replacing a damaged mirror with a component in the same color.

For users who care about the vehicle’s appearance, this means a faster and more predictable repair – after correct installation, the mirror fits harmoniously into the car’s styling, without visible differences in shade or shape compared to other body parts.

Function and safety in the Side Mirrors category

As an item from the Side Mirrors group, this component is responsible for proper observation of the side and rear zones of the vehicle, which directly affects the safety of maneuvers such as changing lanes, overtaking, or parking. A correctly selected and installed mirror reduces blind spots and facilitates the assessment of distance from other road users.

Using an original mirror dedicated to a specific Ford model allows for maintaining factory visibility parameters, as well as proper cooperation with other door and seal components. This is important both from the point of view of safety and acoustic comfort inside the cabin.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered mirror is a used item, which in practice means it comes from vehicle dismantling and may show signs of wear typical for this class of parts. At the same time, it retains its structural functionality, making it suitable for re-installation as a replacement for a damaged mirror in your Ford Focus Mk3.

For many users, choosing a used component is a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining the vehicle’s original specifications. In the case of body parts such as mirrors, what matters most is proper fit, stable mounting, and compliance with the car’s styling line – these features are provided by the presented product.

How to choose the right mirror and verify compatibility

When selecting a mirror for a Ford Focus Mk3, it is crucial to pay attention to the mounting side, color, and compatibility with the specific vehicle’s equipment. Verification by catalog numbers and paint code allows for reducing the risk of purchasing an unsuitable part, which is important both for post-accident repairs and when replacing a mirror damaged during daily use.

If you want to deepen your knowledge on the safe selection of parts by numbers and paint codes, it is worth using the practical tips included in the article Buying parts online without risk – 5 proven ways to verify component compatibility, which discusses, among other things, methods of verifying components by OEM numbers.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the side body area in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as housings, glass inserts, or complete mirror sets, check out the available parts in the Ford Side Mirrors category.