Mini R60 R61 Cooper S Front Right O/S Wheel Brake Caliper Housing 9804728

Mini R60 R61 Cooper S Front Right O/S Wheel Brake Caliper Housing is an original Mini brake system component, designed for the front right axle of the vehicle. This used brake caliper from this series ensures a factory fit, correct mounting geometry, and stable brake pad guidance, which translates into predictable and safe braking. It is a solution for drivers who want to maintain consistency with the factory brake system design without investing in a new part.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9804728
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9804728
• Substitutable numbers: 34119804728, 9804728, 34119806714, 9806714
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Category: Calipers & Brackets

Purpose and compatibility with the Mini brake system

The presented brake caliper is designed specifically for the front right side of Mini R60 and R61 series vehicles in the S version. This means compatibility with the factory mounting spacing, correct positioning relative to the brake disc, and proper operation with the stock brake master cylinder and lines. As a result, the braking characteristics intended by the manufacturer are maintained without the need to modify other system components.

The original brake caliper from the Brake calipers and carriers category minimizes the risk of issues such as uneven brake pad pressure, disc overheating, or vehicle pulling during braking. This is particularly important in S versions, where the brake system operates under higher loads than in lower-powered engine variants.

Construction and function of the brake caliper

The front axle brake caliper is responsible for converting brake fluid pressure into the clamping force of the pads against the disc. In this model, the design provided by Mini ensures:

• stable guidance of the brake pads in the carrier, reducing jamming and uneven wear,
• a properly selected piston diameter, which affects braking efficiency and pedal feel,
• compatibility with stock discs and pads used in R60/R61 S versions.

By maintaining the original design, the brake system retains predictable performance characteristics – both during calm city driving and during dynamic emergency braking.

Benefits of using an original used brake caliper

Choosing a used Mini brake caliper for the front right axle is a compromise between cost and maintaining factory parameters. Key advantages of this solution include:

• factory fit – no need for modifications to mounts, lines, or accessories,
• consistency with other components of the Mini brake system,
• the possibility of an economical system repair while maintaining the original specification.

A used brake caliper is a good choice when replacing a damaged component due to corrosion, seized guide pins, or piston failure, when you want to maintain stock braking characteristics without investing in tuning kits.

Professional selection and operational safety

To fully utilize the potential of this brake caliper, it is worth ensuring proper installation and checking the condition of interacting components – brake discs, pads, and lines. In case of doubts regarding the selection of used brake system components, a guide describing the key stages of verification and purchase of such parts will be helpful. Detailed tips can be found in the article Second-hand brake system: how to safely choose discs, calipers, and ABS?, which discusses practical aspects of choosing used components in a store specializing in OEM parts.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the braking zone in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as additional calipers, carriers, or mounting brackets, check the available parts in the Mini Brake calipers and carriers category.

Summary

Mini R60 R61 Cooper S Front Right O/S Wheel Brake Caliper Housing is an original brake system component, intended for installation on the front right axle in Mini R60/R61 series vehicles in the S version. It ensures compliance with the factory design, proper brake pad guidance, and predictable braking characteristics. It is a practical solution for drivers who want to restore full brake system efficiency while maintaining the parameters intended by the manufacturer and using an economical, used OEM part.