Filter with disposable filter element fixed by click lock

The rechargeable air filter for a motor vehicle internal combustion engine has a base (2) to receive a filter element (3) having a filtering wall (11) between a first plate (18) adjacent o one end opening at the base and a second plate (19) adjacent to the base. A tube extends from the base having a head (28) co-operating with a snap fit boss (31) on the first plate.