MINI R55 R56 R57 2006-03/2012 Passenger Dashboard Airbag 51452755735
MINI R55 R56 R57 2006-03/2012 Passenger Dashboard Airbag 51452755735
MINI R55 R56 R57 2006-03/2012 Passenger Dashboard Airbag 51452755735
 ACTUAL ITEM • FRONT/LABEL VIEW
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 ACTUAL ITEM • TRACE LABEL: 2755735/04
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 ACTUAL ITEM • REAR HOUSING & MOUNT
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 ACTUAL ITEM • CONNECTOR & MOUNTING POINTS
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Item Details & Engineering Numbers
| Vehicle Manufacturer | MINI |
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| Part Type | Front passenger-side dashboard airbag unit / inflatable restraint module |
| Primary Part Number | 51452755735 |
| Formatted Part Number | 51 45 2 755 735 |
| Short Part Number | 2755735 |
| Visible Label / Index | 2755735/04 — shown in the actual item photograph |
| Superseded Part Number | 51459258601 from 03/2012. The parts catalogue marks the later revision as not retrospectively interchangeable, so do not substitute it without VIN-level confirmation. |
| Interchange Part Number | 2755735; 51 45 2 755 735. No other confirmed interchange number should be relied upon. |
| Manufacturer Marking | Autoliv / MINI markings visible on the item |
| Placement | Behind the upper passenger-side dashboard, above the glovebox area. Left side on UK right-hand-drive vehicles; right side on left-hand-drive vehicles. |
| Steering Compatibility | Catalogue-listed for both right-hand-drive and left-hand-drive applications, subject to exact number and connector match. |
| Construction | Folded fabric cushion, metal inflator/housing, steel mounting bracket and pyrotechnic electrical connector |
| Condition | Used. Visible storage/handling marks and surface corrosion on the steel mounting bracket. Study every actual-item photograph before purchase. |
| Included | One passenger dashboard airbag unit exactly as photographed. No dashboard trim, control unit, wiring loom, bolts or fitting labour included unless expressly stated. |
| Seller Warranty | 30 days, subject to the listing terms and statutory rights |
| eBay Item Number | 147479020756 |
| VAT Information | Sold under the Global Accounting VAT Margin Scheme where eligible. VAT is not shown separately. |
Where It Fits & What It Does
Passenger Upper Dashboard LocationGLOVEBOX AREA
Static location illustration — not a removal guide.
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🛡️ Safety FunctionThe unit is mounted behind the passenger-side upper dashboard. When commanded by the vehicle restraint control system during a qualifying frontal impact, it deploys a fabric cushion to help protect the front passenger. This module is the inflatable restraint itself. It is not the crash sensor, occupancy sensor or central restraint control computer. |
Verified Chassis Compatibility
Compatibility is based on the photographed number and parts-catalogue cross-reference. The decisive cutoff is the vehicle's production month, not merely the registration year. March 2012 is a catalogue changeover month, so vehicles built during 03/2012 require an exact label and VIN check.
| Chassis | Body Style | Verified Production Range | Model / Engine Coverage | Mandatory Condition |
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| R56 / R56 LCI | 3-door Hatch | 08/2006 to 03/2012 | One, Cooper, Cooper S, Cooper D, Cooper SD and John Cooper Works derivatives within the date range | 51452755735 / 2755735 must match |
| R55 / R55 LCI | Clubman | 10/2006 to 03/2012 | One, Cooper, Cooper S, Cooper D, Cooper SD and John Cooper Works derivatives within the date range | 51452755735 / 2755735 must match |
| R57 / R57 LCI | Convertible / Cabrio | 10/2007 to 03/2012 | One, Cooper, Cooper S, Cooper D, Cooper SD and John Cooper Works derivatives within the date range | 51452755735 / 2755735 must match |
Reference Vehicles
These are licensed reference photographs to show the correct chassis/body styles. They are not photographs of the donor vehicle and paint colour or trim level does not affect fitment.
 R56 • 3-DOOR HATCH REFERENCE
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 R55 • CLUBMAN REFERENCE
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 R57 • CONVERTIBLE REFERENCE
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Will Not Fit
| Vehicle / Part | Reason |
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| Vehicles produced from 03/2012 onward using 51459258601 | The later revision is separately catalogued and marked as not retrospectively interchangeable. March 2012 is a changeover month; obtain VIN and old-label confirmation before considering any substitution. |
| R50, R52, R53 | Earlier-generation MINI platform and different restraint components. |
| R58 Coupe, R59 Roadster, R60 Countryman, R61 Paceman | Different body/chassis applications; this number is not confirmed for them. |
| F54, F55, F56, F57, F60 and later models | Later MINI generation with different dashboard and restraint architecture. |
| Driver steering-wheel, seat-side or curtain airbag positions | This listing is solely for the front passenger dashboard unit. |
| Any car with a different number, connector or mounting pattern | Do not rely on visual similarity or registration year alone. |
Buy the Correct Part First Time
- Read the full number on your existing unit: 51452755735 or short number 2755735.
- Check the production month on the VIN/build information — it must fall within the verified range.
- Compare the blue connector, housing profile, mounting holes and bracket with the actual photos.
- Confirm that you need the passenger dashboard airbag, not a sensor, ECU, seat airbag or curtain airbag.
- When uncertain, send the VIN and old-part photo through eBay Messages before purchase.
Common Fault Symptoms & Diagnosis
⚠️ Possible Symptoms
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🔎 Important Diagnostic NoteA warning lamp can also be caused by wiring, connectors, occupancy detection, control-unit faults or low-voltage history. A diagnostic scan by a competent technician is essential before ordering. Replacing this unit alone is not guaranteed to clear an SRS fault. |
Why Choose a Factory-Original Used Part?
✓ Correct Factory GeometryThe housing, connector and mounting points were produced for the MINI restraint system. Exact number matching reduces the risk of incompatible brackets, connectors or electrical resistance. |
♻️ Lower Cost & Lower WasteA suitable used original component can be substantially less expensive than a new replacement while keeping a serviceable part in use. Always compare current new pricing and choose by condition and verified compatibility. |
Professional Fitting Information
High-Level Workshop Procedure
- Confirm VIN compatibility, exact part number, undeployed condition and recall status.
- Carry out the manufacturer-approved SRS shutdown and battery-isolation procedure, including the specified waiting period.
- Remove the required dashboard/glovebox trim using the correct repair manual and protect all interior surfaces.
- Disconnect the pyrotechnic connector and remove the original unit using approved handling and storage precautions.
- Install the matching replacement with the specified fasteners and manufacturer torque values.
- Restore the electrical system, perform a full restraint-system diagnostic scan and verify the warning-lamp self-test.
Typical Required Tools
- MINI-compatible SRS diagnostic equipment, such as ISTA or a suitable professional equivalent.
- Battery terminal tools and workshop electrical-safety equipment.
- Non-marking trim tools, Torx and socket set.
- Calibrated low-range torque wrench and current manufacturer repair data.
- Appropriate personal protective equipment and secure airbag storage area.
Estimated workshop time: approximately 2.5–4.0 labour hours depending on diagnosis, trim removal, vehicle specification and workshop procedure. This is an illustrative planning range, not a fixed repair quotation.
Illustrative Garage Labour Calculator
Estimated labour only, based on 2.5–4.0 hours. Parts, diagnostics, programming, consumables, VAT and additional repairs may be extra.
| Garage Hourly Rate | 2.5 Hours | 4.0 Hours | Illustrative Range |
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| £50 per hour | £125.00 | £200.00 | £125–£200 |
| £65 per hour | £162.50 | £260.00 | £162.50–£260 |
| £80 per hour | £200.00 | £320.00 | £200–£320 |
| £100 per hour | £250.00 | £400.00 | £250–£400 |
| £120 per hour | £300.00 | £480.00 | £300–£480 |
Airbag Compliance, Postage & Dispatch
I certify this airbag is not subject to recall and will be shipped in accordance with hazmat shipping requirements.
Because this is a pyrotechnic safety item, delivery is available only where eBay checkout and the selected compliant carrier permit it. Some domestic and international destinations or services may be excluded. No worldwide-delivery guarantee is made in this description.
📦 Careful DispatchThe unit will be identified, protected and boxed for dispatch using packaging appropriate to the approved service. Tracking and delivery options are those displayed in the eBay order. |
🏷️ Address CheckPlease ensure the delivery address is correct at eBay checkout. The seller cannot change the checkout address after purchase; an incorrect address may require cancellation and repurchase. |
Returns, Identification Marks & Buyer Responsibility
Returns are handled under the return policy displayed on the eBay listing, applicable consumer law and eBay Money Back Guarantee. Please complete all fitment checks before installation.
- The exact item supplied must be returned with all labels, identification marks and included components intact.
- Do not fit, deploy, dismantle, alter, program, repair, contaminate or damage the item if you intend to return it.
- Where eBay permits, a refund deduction may apply only for actual loss in value caused by unnecessary handling, installation, alteration, damage, missing parts or inadequate return packaging.
- No automatic restocking or administration fee is charged.
Supporting an Independent UK Parts Business
🚗 Choosing a serviceable used component helps extend the useful life of an existing vehicle. ♻️ Reusing parts can reduce demand for new material, manufacturing and avoidable waste. 📦 Your order supports a local independent business that stores, identifies and dispatches thousands of vehicle parts.
Thank you for checking the fitment information carefully and helping us get the correct part to the correct vehicle first time.
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Reference Image Credits
R56 reference photograph: “2012 Mini Hatch First 1.6 Front” by Vauxford, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0. R55 Clubman and R57 Convertible reference photographs: Bull-Doser, released to the public domain. Reference photographs identify body styles only and do not imply endorsement. Product photographs show the actual listed item and are hosted on eBay's image service.