Description
The MINI Cooper S R56 Left Seat Backrest is an original part from the Seats and Benches category, designed for installation in the rear of the body on the left side. The light, white finish allows for a cohesive match with the factory upholstery and maintains the characteristic MINI interior style.
Specifications and technical data
- SKU: 7233786
- Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
- Condition: Used
- OEM Part Number: 7233786
- Substitutable numbers: 52207233786, 7233786, 52202751253, 2751253
- Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
- Color: White
- Category: Seats and Sofas
Intended Use and Compatibility with MINI Cooper S R56
The presented rear seat backrest has been specifically designed for the MINI Cooper S R56 model, taking into account body geometry and factory mounting points. Its placement on the rear – left side ensures proper alignment with the seat base, seatbelts, and other components of the rear bench.
This part comes from the line of original Mini components, which translates to maintaining the correct backrest profile, appropriate tilt angle, and compatibility with standard folding and locking mechanisms.
Construction, Color Scheme, and Functional Purpose
The rear seat backrest in white is intended for factory interior configurations that utilize light upholstery. This allows for an aesthetically pleasing restoration of the original cabin appearance after an accident repair, replacement of a worn part, or during partial interior tuning.
As a component of the Seats and Benches category, the backrest is responsible for:
- providing stable back support for passengers on the rear bench,
- cooperating with the seatbelt mounting system,
- maintaining appropriate structural rigidity in the rear cabin,
- ensuring the correct operation of the backrest folding mechanism in split bench configurations.
Condition, Origin, and Service Application
The backrest is a used part, which means it comes from a dismantled vehicle and has been verified for further usability. This type of component is particularly useful for:
- rear interior accident repairs,
- replacing a worn or damaged backrest,
- restoring the original cabin configuration after previous modifications.
By retaining the original MINI construction, existing mounting points can be utilized without the need for bodywork or upholstery modifications.
Benefits of Using an Original Rear Seat Backrest
Using an original rear seat backrest in the MINI Cooper S R56 allows for maintaining interior stylistic consistency and proper seating ergonomics. Factory fitment minimizes the risk of incorrect installation, squeaks, or looseness, which often occur with non-original parts.
Choosing a used component from this category is also a cost-effective solution – it allows for maintaining the high quality of workmanship characteristic of the Mini brand, while simultaneously reducing expenses compared to new upholstery elements.
MINI Interior Tuning and Personalization
Replacing the rear seat backrest with an original white element can be part of a broader cabin refresh or tuning project, especially if you aim for a cohesive, light interior design. If you want to better plan the modernization of seats, benches, and steering wheels in your car, it’s worth reading the advice in the article Car Interior Tuning with Global Parts.
Related Items from the Mini Seats and Benches Category
During comprehensive rear cabin renovation, there is often a need to replace other seating components, such as seat bases, right-side backrests, or additional bench modules. To select compatible components for your car, check the available parts in the Mini Seats and Benches category.
If you want to deepen your knowledge on safely selecting used interior parts, including seats and benches, the step-by-step guide Safe Purchase of Used Car Parts Online may be helpful, describing practical principles for verifying components before installation.






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