Second Hand Mercedes-Benz ML Indicator Light

No — the W163 (1998–2005) and W164 (2005–2011) are completely different generations with different front-end designs, so their indicator lights are not interchangeable. Always quote your registration to the breaker so they can confirm the correct part for your specific generation.

The W164 ML received a facelift in 2008, which brought updates to the front-end styling including the lights, so pre- and post-facelift parts may differ. The facelift boundary is the key question here — confirm with the breaker against your registration whether the specific indicator you've found is pre- or post-facelift, as they'll be able to match it correctly.

The W166 ran from 2011 to 2015 and received a facelift around 2015, so a 2012 part and a 2015 part may fall either side of that styling update. Check with the breaker against both registrations to confirm whether the indicator is from the same facelift period before buying.

No, engine choice makes no difference to indicator light fitment on the ML — the front-end panels and lights are shared across all engine variants within the same generation and facelift period. Focus on matching the generation (W163, W164, or W166) and facelift period rather than the engine.

Trim level does not affect indicator light fitment on the ML — the same lights are used across the range within a given generation and facelift period. Bear in mind that some AMG or sport-spec vehicles may have had different styling details fitted, so it's worth checking with the breaker if you're unsure what's on your car.

In UK terms, the nearside (NS) is the passenger side (left when sitting in the car) and the offside (OS) is the driver's side (right). When contacting a breaker, give them your registration and specify NS or OS clearly so they can pull the correct unit from the donor vehicle.