{"id":10250,"date":"2026-10-08T17:16:15","date_gmt":"2026-10-08T09:16:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carro.co\/my\/blog\/?p=10250"},"modified":"2026-10-08T17:16:15","modified_gmt":"2026-10-08T09:16:15","slug":"puspakom-m-v-15-report-what-is-it-how-to-book-an-inspection","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/carro.co\/my\/blog\/puspakom-m-v-15-report-what-is-it-how-to-book-an-inspection\/","title":{"rendered":"Puspakom M.V.15 Report: What Is It &#038; How to Book an Inspection"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have ever tried to sell a used car in Malaysia or considered buying one from a private seller, you have likely heard of the Puspakom B5 report, now known as the M.V.15 report. While it might sound like just another piece of annoying administrative paperwork, it is actually a very important document in the entire process. Without it, your ownership transfer process, or \u201ctukar nama\u201d will grind to a halt.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this short article, let\u2019s see what the M.V. 15 report is, what the inspection process looks like, and how you can make the entire process smoother. Even better, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/carro.co\/my\/en\/mv15-motor-vehicle-inspection\">book your M.V. 15 slot now<\/a> and get your inspection done at Carro Glenmarie, Carro Klang, Carro Kajang, or Carro Wangsa Melawati!<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_10252\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-10252\" style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-10252\" src=\"https:\/\/carro.co\/my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/li-yang-26wSsAHja1w-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carro.co\/my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/li-yang-26wSsAHja1w-unsplash.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/carro.co\/my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/li-yang-26wSsAHja1w-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-10252\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@ly0ns?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Li Yang<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/a-man-bending-over-next-to-a-car-on-a-checkered-floor-26wSsAHja1w?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>First, the B5 report at a glance<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The M.V. 15, formerly known as the B5 report, is a mandatory requirement under the Road Transport Act 1987.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mandatory for all private vehicle ownership transfers and is valid for 60 days.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Checks the safety and roadworthiness of the vehicle, including tinted glass, brakes, and other crucial components.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Verifies the vehicle\u2019s identity through its registration, chassis, and engine numbers.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What exactly is the Puspakom B5 Report or M.V. 15?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Under the Road Transport Act 1987, all private vehicles must undergo a Transfer of Ownership Inspection at Puspakom before being sold. Although many still use the term &#8220;B5&#8221; in everyday conversation, the document is now officially called the M.V. 15 report.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Essentially, it serves as an official record to confirm that the vehicle is safe and legal. This process is designed to protect the new owner from accidentally purchasing an unlawful vehicle, such as one that has been &#8216;cut and joined&#8217; or illegally modified, while ensuring the vehicle is in a roadworthy state during the transfer of ownership.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When do you need it?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The M.V. 15 (B5 report) is a mandatory requirement for any private vehicle ownership transfer. It must be obtained before the buyer and seller can proceed with the &#8220;tukar nama&#8221; process at the Road Transport Department. One critical detail for car owners to remember is the 60 day validity period. If the transfer is not completed within this timeframe, the report becomes void and the car must undergo the entire inspection process again.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is inspected?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The M.V. 15 (B5 report) focuses on three parts to ensure the vehicle complies with standards for a name transfer. The first part is to verify the vehicle through its registration, chassis, and engine numbers. The second part is the check of tinted glass to ensure that windscreens and side windows adhere to legal standards. The third part is the inspection for any signs of the vehicle being cut and joined, which acts as a safeguard against purchasing a vehicle with compromised structural integrity or illegal alterations.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_10251\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-10251\" style=\"width: 1342px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/carro.co\/my\/en\/mv15-motor-vehicle-inspection\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-10251\" src=\"https:\/\/carro.co\/my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Screenshot-2026-10-08-at-5.06.46-PM.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1342\" height=\"690\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carro.co\/my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Screenshot-2026-10-08-at-5.06.46-PM.png 1342w, https:\/\/carro.co\/my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Screenshot-2026-10-08-at-5.06.46-PM-768x395.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1342px) 100vw, 1342px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-10251\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/carro.co\/my\/en\/mv15-motor-vehicle-inspection\">Book your M.V. 15 slot today<\/a>!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h1><strong>The entire inspection flow: from start to finish\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To obtain the M.V. 15 (B5 report), the vehicle must pass through the following inspection points:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Identification: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The examiner checks the chassis and engine numbers to ensure they match the documents.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Headlight Test: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This step measures the vehicle\u2019s light beam condition to ensure it is functioning correctly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Above-Carriage Check: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The vehicle\u2019s body is inspected for defects according to the standards of the Road Transport Act 1987.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Tinted Glass Test: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This step measures the visible light transmittance rating of windscreens and windows to make sure they are in accordance with regulatory requirements and the tint does not exceed what is allowed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Smoke Emission Test: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The engine&#8217;s exhaust gases are measured against legal standards. This involves checking the smoke opacity for diesel engines to measure particle density, while petrol engines are tested specifically for Hydrocarbon and Carbon Monoxide levels.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Side-Slip Test: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To test the alignment of the tyres and road handling effectiveness during lateral movement (side-to-side movement).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Suspension Test: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To test the performance of the suspension system, including the springs, shock absorbers, and joints on each axle, to make sure everything is working correctly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Brake Test:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> To measure how well the brakes stop the vehicle and ensure they are balanced. It also checks for any uneven braking and residual force, as well as making sure the brakes work correctly when the vehicle is parked.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Speedometer:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> To verify the accuracy of the speedometer by comparing the dashboard reading against the actual speed of the vehicle.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Under-Carriage Check: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lastly, the examiner inspects the under-carriage of the vehicle to look for any potential defects.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><strong>How to book an inspection?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can now get the inspection done at 4 different inspection centres: Carro Glenmarie, Carro Klang, Carro Kajang, or Carro Wangsa Melawati. <a href=\"https:\/\/carro.co\/my\/en\/mv15-motor-vehicle-inspection\">Book your slot now<\/a>!<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h1><strong>Frequently asked questions (FAQ)<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p><b>Where can I make a booking?\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just let Carro take care of it. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carro now also offers M.V. 15 inspections (B5 inspection) at 4 inspection centres: Carro Glenmarie, Carro Klang, Carro Kajang, or Carro Wangsa Melawati. Book your inspection slot now at <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/carro.co\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">carro.co<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>What documents do I need to bring?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please bring the Original Vehicle Registration Card or Vehicle Ownership Certificate, along with your IC.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>How can I ensure my vehicle passes the inspection?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common reasons for failure include window tints that don&#8217;t meet JPJ standards and defects that affect safety. To avoid any issues, please refer to our full breakdown above to ensure everything is sorted before your appointment.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How long is the inspection report valid?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The B5 inspection report is valid for 60 days. You must complete the ownership transfer at JPJ within this period, or a new inspection will be required.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Can I book my inspection at Puspakom?<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Of course! Head over to https:\/\/www.puspakom.com.my\/ to book your slot<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>What is the inspection process at Puspakom?<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 1: Please log in at <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/gicheck.my\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GiCheck.my<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and book your appointment by selecting your preferred date, time and location.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 2: Bring along the complete sets of documents. Please arrive 20 minutes before or not later than 10 minutes after your inspection time.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 3: Register at the Payment Counter. Then, leave the vehicle at the inspection lane. Please be seated at the designated waiting area while the vehicle is being inspected.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 4: The vehicle will be checked by our Vehicle Examiner within 1 hour.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 5: Once your inspection is completed, drive the vehicle to the parking lot and our staff will notify you of the inspection result at the Result Counter.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 6: You will receive the digital inspection result through the email that has been registered.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 7: <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proceed with the next transaction within the inspection report\u2019s <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">60-day validity date<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>What should I do to ensure a smooth inspection process?\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Have your registration cards and ID ready<\/li>\n<li>Make sure your number plates are clean<\/li>\n<li>Verify that your window tint meets legal VLT requirements<\/li>\n<li>Check your tyres and brakes are in safe condition<\/li>\n<li>Service your engine! A well maintained engine helps ensure compliance with emission standards<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Am I allowed to enter the inspection lane to watch the inspection?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No. For health and safety reasons, customers must remain in the designated waiting area while the vehicle is being inspected.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>What if I disagree with the result of the inspection?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have any doubts or questions regarding the examiner\u2019s findings, please contact the Branch Manager on-site immediately for advice.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How much does it cost?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The B5 inspection fee is RM30, plus a RM5 booking fee and 8% SST.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Where can I make a booking?\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just let Carro take care of it. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carro now also offers M.V. 15 inspections (B5 inspection) at 4 inspection centres: Carro Glenmarie, Carro Klang, Carro Kajang, or Carro Wangsa Melawati. Book your inspection slot now at <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/carro.co\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">carro.co<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are selling your car, you can avoid the hassle and let us settle everything for you. Just bring your car to Carro, get our best price guaranteed and receive your payment within 24 hours.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Or if you\u2019re looking for a used car to buy and want extra peace of mind, click <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/carro.co\/my\/en\/buy?exclusives=Carro%20Certified\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to check out our wide selection of Carro Certified cars<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/cars.on\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> On top of the M.V 15 (B5) inspection, Carro Certified also have gone through our thorough 160-point inspection to make sure you get a car that\u2019s As Good As New.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you have ever tried to sell a used car in Malaysia or considered buying one from a private seller, you have likely heard of the Puspakom B5 report, now known as the M.V.15 report. 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