SKF Ball Joint (VKDS 318516) is manufactured to OEM tolerances, ensuring a direct-fit replacement that restores your vehicle to factory specification without any modification. Technical specifications — Supplementary Article/Supplementary Info: 462, Thread Size 1: M14 x 1, Rubber, paired article number: VKDS 318516 — are verified against the OEM data sheet to guarantee fitment accuracy and performance parity with the original equipment. Compatible with BMW vehicles; use the vehicle selector above to confirm exact fitment for your make, model, and engine variant. Fitment data is sourced from TecDoc, the authoritative European parts catalogue. This part supersedes original equipment references: 10533, 1053301, 21384, 31121126253 and 28 more. Matching these numbers confirms a like-for-like replacement with no loss of function. SKF is a recognised supplier of automotive replacement components to independent workshops and dealer networks across Europe. All parts are sourced from authorised distribution channels and carry full manufacturer traceability — you receive exactly the same component supplied to professional garages and dealer workshops. If fitment or specifications do not match your vehicle, our technical team can help identify the correct alternative — use the vehicle selector or contact us with your VIN for a guaranteed-fit recommendation. Replacing worn components on schedule preserves your vehicle's safety, reliability, and resale value — and aftermarket parts from established brands deliver OEM-equivalent performance at a fraction of the dealer price. Every part is dispatched with tracked delivery and a 14-day money-back guarantee with hassle-free returns.

SKF, founded in 1907 in Gothenburg, Sweden, is the world's leading bearing manufacturer with over a century of precision engineering expertise. SKF specialises in wheel bearings, hub units, tensioner pulleys, water pump bearings, and drivetrain bearings for all vehicle types. As an OE supplier to virtually every major automotive manufacturer, SKF products are built with exceptional precision and durability. Trusted globally for rotating equipment solutions, SKF bearings deliver smooth, quiet operation and extended service life in the most demanding conditions.