BMW F11 F11N LCI Fill-in Flap Filler Fuel Cover Sophisto Grey - B90 7206566

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW F11 F11N LCI Fill-in Flap Filler Fuel Cover Sophisto Grey is an original body component from the Fuel filler covers and accessories group, designed for BMW 5 Series Touring facelift models. Finished in Sophisto Grey Brilliant Effect 2 - B90, this fuel flap ensures visual consistency of the bodywork and provides proper protection for the fuel filler against dirt and external factors.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7206566-SBR
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7206566
• Substitutable numbers: 51177206566, 7206566
• Part type: Fuel Door
• Color: Sophisto Grey Brilliant Effect 2 - B90
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Purpose and function of the BMW F11/F11N LCI fuel filler flap

The fuel filler flap on the BMW F11/F11N LCI is responsible for covering the fuel cap and filler neck, which limits the risk of water, road salt, and contaminants entering the fuel system area. A properly selected component from this group ensures:

• proper closing and stable positioning relative to the fender panel,
• maintenance of the factory body lines and panel gaps,
• protection of the fuel filler area against mechanical damage.

By using an original flap from a vehicle dismantler, compatibility with factory mounting geometry and the characteristic operation of the hinge and opening spring specific to BMW is maintained.

Sophisto Grey Brilliant Effect 2 color – visual matching

The presented flap is finished in Sophisto Grey Brilliant Effect 2 - B90, used as a factory standard in selected BMW 5 Series F11/F11N LCI configurations. This means that with a correctly matched body paint:

• you achieve a consistent shade with the rest of the body panels,
• you minimize the need for additional painting or limit it to minor corrections,
• you maintain the original visual character of the vehicle after repair.

For many BMW 5 Series users, it is important that exterior elements – including the fuel filler flap – do not stand out from the rest of the body, which is significant both for aesthetics and potential vehicle resale.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered BMW fuel filler flap comes from a vehicle dismantler, which allows for maintaining factory specifications and fitment to the body. A used component is a sensible choice when:

• you are repairing local damage after a collision or vandalism,
• you want to reduce costs compared to a new component,
• you care about the original origin of the part rather than a replacement with uncertain geometry.

In the case of body parts such as the fuel filler flap, using a dismantled part often facilitates installation and alignment, as the construction corresponds exactly to the solutions used at the factory in the BMW F11/F11N LCI.

BMW fuel filler covers and accessories – expansion and completion

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the fuel filler area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, mounts, or accessory shields, check the available parts in the BMW fuel filler covers and accessories category.

Technical support and knowledge about the fuel system

When replacing the fuel filler flap, it is worth understanding how its tightness and condition affect the operation of the entire fuel system, including the tank, lines, and venting elements. Detailed information on diagnostics, component selection by catalog numbers, and operating principles can be found in the article: Fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration.