Original BMW Left Tail Light Bulb Carrier for Fender-Mounted Lamp, BMW 325i, 325xi, 330i, and 330xi (2001–2005)

The Original BMW left bulb carrier holds the bulbs inside the fender-mounted tail light on the left side of BMW E46 325i, 325xi, 330i, and 330xi models from 2001–2005. BMW names it "Bulb socket, left" and puts its weight at 288 g (0.6 lb). It comes with the required BMW bulbs, which keeps the swap simple. This version went into production in November 2004 and is made in Hungary. A tail light bulb carrier plugs into the back of the lamp housing and carries power from the car's wiring to each bulb.

Original BMW Parts carry a 24-month parts warranty.

This carrier replaced the earlier BMW number 63-21-6-907-935, and BMW marks the change as exchangeable retrospectively, so the current part installs in cars that left the factory with the older socket. It serves the fender-mounted lamp, not the trunk lid light.

Technical Details

• Manufacturer: BMW
• Part number: 63-21-7-165-865
• BMW name: Bulb socket, left
• Position: left, fender-mounted tail light
• Weight: 288 g (0.6 lb)
• Production start: November 2004
• Replaces: 63-21-6-907-935, interchangeable with earlier cars
• Includes the required BMW bulbs
• Made in Hungary
• Sold individually
• Warranty: 24 months on Original BMW Parts

Common Questions

Are bulbs included?
Yes. BMW supplies this carrier with the required bulbs.

Will it fit an E46 built before September 2001?
No. This unit is only for models built from 9/2001.

Does it replace 63-21-6-907-935?
Yes. BMW lists it as the successor and marks it interchangeable with the earlier part.

Fitment & Compatibility

Check the table below for the exact year, model, submodel, and any listed notes. Send your VIN and PMB Performance will confirm the fit, drawing on more than 20 years in the trade.