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Fitment on a used wheel hub varies by vehicle, so a bit of detail goes a long way. Our request form covers what breakers need to know, so every quote you get back is for the correct part:
The ML has two main generations relevant to UK buyers: the W163 (1998–2005) and the W164 (2005–2011), with the later W166 running from 2011 onwards. Generation is the single most important factor for hub fitment, as the designs are not interchangeable between these ranges. Always tell your breaker which generation you have, or quote your registration so they can confirm.
A 2004 ML is a W163 and a 2006 ML is a W164, so these sit either side of a major generation boundary and the hubs are not the same. Even though the years are close, the two platforms are fundamentally different and parts will not cross over. Source a hub from the correct generation and confirm fitment against your registration with the breaker before buying.
Yes, it can — larger-engined ML variants were often fitted with bigger brakes, and the hub must match the brake setup on your vehicle. For example, a hub from an ML270 CDI may not suit an ML500 if the brake carrier or bearing dimensions differ. Give the breaker your exact engine size and registration so they can match the correct hub.
Trim level does not affect wheel hub fitment on the ML — the hub is part of the running gear, not the cosmetic package. Avantgarde, Sport, and Designo are specification grades relating to interior and exterior features rather than suspension or braking hardware. Buy confidently on generation and engine size, but confirm with the breaker if you suspect your vehicle has an AMG or sport-suspension variant, as brake and hub specs can differ on those.
For most ML applications the front hubs are handed (driver's side OS, passenger's side NS) due to the bearing and ABS sensor orientation, so yes, you must specify which side you need. Rear hubs may also be sided depending on the generation and brake configuration. Always tell the breaker which corner of the car you are replacing so they can pull the correct unit.
The W164 (2005–2011) and W166 (2011 onwards) are separate generations with different platforms, so hubs from the W164 are not a straightforward swap onto a W166. The bearing sizes, bolt patterns, and ABS sensor arrangements changed between these generations. Confirm your exact generation and engine with the breaker, who can check the specific part references before you commit to a purchase.