Highlights
- Rare 345bhp AMG 5.4L V8 SUV
- Recent £3,000 of suspension, brake and steering rack work
- Well maintained with service in October 2025
- Black with uprated 20in wheels and well kept black interior
- MOT valid until December 2026
The Appeal
The ML55 put the sport in Mercedes-Benz’s ground-breaking SUV. The M-Class was one of the first to challenge Range Rover’s hegemony in the luxury SUV class with its mix of quality, agility and brand aspiration.
This 2003 ML55 is naturally equipped with the AMG-fettled 5.4L M113 V8 that is good for close to 350bhp. This car underplays its potential with a rather menacing all-black specification, including privacy glass, colour-keyed grilles and black five-spoke 20-inch alloys. It suits the car well.
The service history shows regular attention. Recent work includes over £3,000 invested in October 2025 across the suspension, brakes, a new steering rack and a full service. The wheels were also aligned. For those seeking an introduction to AMG’s torquey 5.4L V8, plus a healthy dose of luxury and practicality, this rare super SUV looks tempting.
History and Paperwork
- First registered in 2003
- Sold new into Danish market
- First UK registered 6th January 2004
- V5C
- Factory handbooks as shown
- Service book as shown with regular stamps
- Last serviced October 2025
- £3,060 work at same time summarised below
- V5C
- Last MOT ran to 19th November 2025 with advisories to note
- MOT advisory for steering rack likely rectified by steering rack fitted October 2025
- MOT valid until December 2026
The Condition
- Black (040U) paintwork is factory correct and in good condition for age
- Some marks and scuffs to note on the paintwork, including edge and stone chips
- Scuff to note to the front nearside bumper as shown in photos
- Bodywork presents well with generally straight panels
- Fitted with AMG body kit including front spoiler and rear spoiler
- Chrome side steps fitted
- Uprated five-spoke Kahn 20in alloy wheels in black, showing light marks
- Goodyear tyres to front and Gemita tyres to rear
- Underside as shown with no advisories on MOT for structure
- Black leather interior with high specification as shown in photos
- Interior presents well with light wear to usual high traffic areas, typical of age and mileage
- Specification includes electric glass sunroof, high-end sound and wood veneers
- Electric front seats with memory and heating functions
The Mechanics
- M113 AMG 5,439cc 345bhp V8 naturally aspired engine
- 5G-TRONIC 5spd automatic gearbox
- Red painted engine top
- Well-maintained as can be seen in the service book photos
- Last serviced October 2025
- £3,000 of work at same time summarised below and shown in photos
Summary of recent work:
- New shock absorbers
- Track rod ends
- Two brake callipers
- New steering rack
- Full engine service
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