The Skoda Octavia 5E Interior Rearview Mirror is a factory-fitted cabin accessory, designed for installation in the rear of the vehicle. This used part ensures the original functionality, aesthetics, and ergonomics are maintained while reducing the cost of interior repair or renovation.
Specifications and technical data
- SKU: 7N0857511M
- Mark: Skoda
- Condition: Used
- OEM Part Number: 7N0857511M
- Substitutable numbers: 7N0857511M, 7N0 857 511 M
- Location on the vehicle: Rear
- Category: Rear View Mirrors
Purpose and function in the vehicle
This interior rearview mirror for the Skoda Octavia 5E is a rearview mirror mounted inside the cabin, in the driver's rear field of view. It provides direct visibility behind the vehicle, improving safety when maneuvering, changing lanes, and driving in both urban and country traffic.
Positioning the mirror in the rear of the vehicle allows for optimal use of the reflective surface without interfering with the body structure. This allows the mirror to maintain proper viewing geometry, consistent with the manufacturer's factory specifications.
Construction and fitment to the Skoda Octavia 5E
The mirror was designed specifically for the Octavia 5E, ensuring a perfect fit with the headliner, windshield, and other interior components . The original mounting design allows for installation in place of the factory element, without the need for modifications or adapters.
As an OEM component, the mirror maintains the correct proportions, tilt angle, and adjustment range, making it easy to quickly adjust to the driver's height and position. This is especially important for everyday use, when repeatable adjustments and mirror position stability while driving are key.
Used condition - practical benefits
The mirror offered is in used condition, representing a reasonable compromise between cost and functionality. These types of interior components, when properly maintained, retain their performance characteristics for a long time, making a used rearview mirror a popular choice as a cost-effective solution when replacing a damaged or worn component.
Choosing an original, used part allows you to maintain stylistic consistency within the interior, avoiding differences in plastic shades or casing shape that may occur in aftermarket parts. This is especially important in cars where a uniform cockpit appearance is essential.
Why choose this rearview mirror
- Original fit for Skoda Octavia 5E – retaining the factory position and adjustment range.
- A component from the rear-view mirror category – designed specifically to work in the rear zone of the driver’s field of view.
- A sensible cost choice – a used item allows you to reduce the cost of repair while maintaining functionality.
- Visual consistency of the interior – design consistent with the Skoda cabin design.
Other rearview mirrors for Skoda
If you're looking for other rearview mirrors for your Skoda, check out our dedicated category: Skoda rearview mirrors . This allows you to easily compare available options and choose the one that best suits your vehicle.
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