Six companies have been authorised to conduct private vehicle ownership transfer inspections (MV15), ending Puspakom Sdn Bhd’s exclusive control in Malaysia [1, 2, 3]. The new licences aim to improve inspection efficiency and expand nationwide access amid thousands of daily vehicle ownership transfers [1, 2, 3].
Among the licensed companies are Carsome Sdn Bhd, Car Medic Sdn Bhd, Beriman Gold Sdn Bhd, and Carro Technology Malaysia [1, 2, 3]. Carro Technology Malaysia is the first to start inspections, opening eight new centres on 16 June 2026 in Glenmarie, Kajang, Klang, Wangsa Melawati, Bayan Lepas, Melaka, Muar, and Johor Bahru [1, 2, 3]. Transport Minister Anthony Loke said Carro must provide dedicated inspection lanes and staff in line with ISO 17020:2012 standards [3].
Each inspection centre is integrated with the Road Transport Department’s MySIKAP system to directly upload inspection results, speeding up ownership transfers [1, 2, 3]. Opening a single branch costs about RM300,000, with each capable of conducting approximately 60 inspections daily [1, 2]. The government will conduct surprise audits to ensure adherence to standards [1, 2]. All inspectors must pass accreditation programs and comply with ISO and Road Transport Department requirements [3].
Minister Loke said expanding the licences responds to complaints about slow processes and the lack of choice when Puspakom held the monopoly. He added, "We are not limiting it to only six. Any other company that can fulfil our conditions may apply for a licence" [1]. He urged the new licensees to start operating promptly, saying, "I hope the other licensees will open by next month, not next year. That is why I came here today — to put some pressure on them as well" [2].
The government is encouraging more companies to apply, especially to expand centres outside Klang Valley and into Sabah and Sarawak. Loke said, "We want more areas to have centres like this so the public will have greater choice and easier access. We also welcome local companies in Sabah and Sarawak to apply for licences and open inspection centres in their respective states" [3].
The timeline began in March 2023 when the Cabinet approved opening motor vehicle inspections beyond Puspakom [3]. In 2024, public and commercial vehicle inspections were opened to other firms after Puspakom’s monopoly ended in those sectors [1, 2]. In July 2025, the government announced appointing new companies to conduct private vehicle inspections [3].
Carro’s launch of eight centres in June 2026 marked the start of expanded competition. The other five licensed firms are expected to begin operations soon, offering more inspection options across Malaysia [1, 2, 3].
