Backed into light pole, spare tire space from door question

[timpossible]

I've been enjoying my '08 H3 I bought 2 months ago. Typically attentive and aware of what's around me, tonight in the dark, I backed into a light pole (backing-up to the right). I thought I bumped it pretty good and was sick with what I might have damaged.

After giving it a good look-over at home, I realized that the spare tire/wheel mount took most of the brunt of it all. In fact I could see I hit the pole exactly on the right of the spare tire and the rear tow hook (took some paint off the tow hook). Didn't touch the spare wheel. The tire left an imprint in the dirt on the back door, so I know it touched there. Furthermore, I could see a slight dent the spare made in the door - noticeable only if you look for it.

I was surprised with the minimal damage. Yet I'm still a little upset that I didn't even see the pole in the first place.

Now I'm paranoid that the right side of the spare sits closer to the door than the left (driver's) side of the tire. Then again, I never paid attention to this before, so perhaps it's normal?? Anyone?

Now I'm shopping for backup cameras/and or sensors! Also found the spare tire carrier for $143.01, just in case it's bent - but I'm not sure yet that it is. Any feedback would be helpful and appreciated!