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A used bumper that fits one vehicle won't always fit another - even within the same model range. These questions help breakers match stock to your exact vehicle before they quote:
The ML has run across three main generations: the W163 (1997–2005), the W164 (2005–2011), and the W166 (2012–2015, with a facelift in 2015 that updated the front end including the bumper). Bumpers from one generation will not fit another, so always match your generation first. Once you have confirmed your generation, year within that generation is the next thing to check with the breaker.
Both a 2008 and a 2010 ML are W164 generation, and there was no mid-life facelift that significantly changed the front bumper within the W164 run, so these are likely to be compatible. That said, always confirm the exact part against your registration with the breaker before buying, as minor running changes can occur. A good breaker will be able to cross-reference your reg to make sure.
The W166 ML received a facelift in 2015 which brought changes to the front end, including the bumper and grille design, so pre- and post-facelift bumpers are not straightforwardly interchangeable. You should confirm with the breaker whether a specific bumper panel crosses that 2015 boundary before purchasing. Name the facelift year and your registration when contacting the breaker so they can check the part numbers.
Trim level does not change the underlying fitment — an SE, Sport, and AMG Line ML of the same generation and facelift period all share the same bumper mounting points and structure. However, AMG Line and sport-specification models may have a different bumper styling or lower valance design, so a bumper sourced from a standard-trim car may look different even if it physically fits. When buying from a breaker, mention your trim level so they can match the cosmetic style as well as the fitment.
Both years sit within the W163 generation (1997–2005), so fitment is very likely, but you should confirm with the breaker against your registration as minor production changes can occur across a model's life. The W163 did not receive a significant facelift that changed the bumper, so year-to-year compatibility within this generation is generally consistent. Always let the breaker check the part number against your reg to be sure.
A 2013 ML is a pre-facelift W166, while a 2016 ML falls after the 2015 facelift which updated the front end, so there is a real risk these bumpers are not the same design. Whether a specific panel crosses that facelift boundary is something you must confirm with the breaker against your registration before committing to buy. Quote both years and your reg when you contact them so they can check the part numbers directly.