Vehicle Licensing Fee and Vehicle Registration Guide (JPJ)

In this article, we cover detailed information about vehicle licensing fee under the Jabatan Pengangkutan Jalan Malaysia (JPJ). It includes new vehicle registration, number plate changes, ownership transfer fees, and road tax prices for vehicles in Malaysia. Whether you’re looking to calculate the road tax price, understand the JPJ car ownership transfer fee, or learn about the JPJ number plate price list, this guide also covers the required documents and steps to reserve registration numbers through bidding or booking

Malaysian vehicle registration and road tax process at a JPJ office. Vehicle Licensing Fee

New Vehicle Registration Fees (Pendaftaran Baru - E Daftar)

New vehicle registration fees differ based on the type of vehicle (local or imported) and whether an ownership claim exists. JPJ divides vehicle registration numbers into several categories based on their value and popularity. The following tables break down the registration costs for local vehicles and imported vehicles:

Local Vehicles (Kenderaan Tempatan)

Vehicle Type No Ownership Claim (RM) With Ownership Claim (RM)
Motokar (Car) < 1500 cc 150.00 200.00
Motokar (Car) > 1500 cc 300.00 350.00
Motokar Syarikat (Company Car) 500.00 550.00
Motosikal (Motorcycle) 5.00 20.00
Lori/Jentera (Truck/Machinery) 60.00 110.00
Kenderaan Badan Berkanun (Statutory Body) 500.00 550.00

Imported Vehicles (Kenderaan Import)

Vehicle Type No Ownership Claim (RM) With Ownership Claim (RM)
Motokar (Car) < 1500 cc 150.00 200.00
Motokar (Car) > 1500 cc 300.00 350.00
Motokar Syarikat (Company Car) 500.00 550.00
Motosikal (Motorcycle) 5.00 20.00
Lori/Jentera (Truck/Machinery) 50.00 110.00
Kenderaan Badan Berkanun (Statutory Body) 500.00 550.00

JPJ Number Plate Price List and Change Fees (Pertukaran Nombor Pendaftaran)

If you need to change your JPJ car plate number, here are the fees. Whether it’s a simple number plate change or a full replacement involving the road tax license (LKM), the costs are listed below:

Number Plate Change Fees

Service Fee (RM)
Pertukaran Nombor Pendaftaran (without LKM) 200.00
Pertukaran Nombor Pendaftaran (with LKM) 210.00

The JPJ number plate price for each category varies:

Prime Value Numbers​

Prime value numbers are highly sought-after and the jpj number plate price for these starts at RM10,000

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Numbers included

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10

Attractive Numbers

Attractive numbers are popular for their patterns or repeated sequences. The JPJ running number price for attractive numbers starts from RM2,000

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Numbers included

11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 111, 222, 333, 999 and others

Popular Numbers

These numbers follow simple numeric sequences and are priced from RM300, depending on the category

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Numbers included

20, 21, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 100, 200, 300, 500

Current Numbers​

These are JPJ registration numbers that do not fall under the above categories and are available for RM300

For a full jpj number plate list, you can check with the JPJ offices or use the MySikap portal to buy JPJ running numbers

JPJ Ownership Transfer Fees (Tukar Hakmilik Kenderaan)

The fee for transferring ownership of a vehicle (tukar nama JPJ harga) depends on the vehicle type and whether an ownership claim exists. Here’s a breakdown of the fees for motorcycles, cars, commercial vehicles, and off-road vehicles:

Ownership Transfer Fees

Vehicle Type No Ownership Claim (RM) With Ownership Claim (RM)
Motosikal (Motorcycle) 3.00 23.00
Motokar (Car) 100.00 150.00
Kenderaan Perdagangan (Commercial Vehicle) 40.00 90.00
Kenderaan Off Road (Off-road Vehicle) 100.00 150.00

Trade Plate JPJ and Licensing Fees

A trade plate in JPJ allows vehicles to be driven temporarily while waiting for registration. The JPJ trade plate price for cars is RM700 for a one-year license and RM350 for six months.

Trade Plate Licensing Fees

Service Fee (RM)
Permohonan Baru Lesen Kenderaan Perdagangan Motor (New Trade Plate - 1 Year) 700.00
Permohonan Baru Lesen Kenderaan Perdagangan Motor (New Trade Plate - 6 Months) 350.00
Permohonan Baru Lesen Kenderaan Perdagangan Motorsikal (Motorcycle Trade Plate - 1 Year) 240.00
Permohonan Baru Lesen Kenderaan Perdagangan Motorsikal (Motorcycle Trade Plate - 6 Months) 120.00

For more information on the JPJ change ownership fee and how to apply for ownership transfer online, visit www.jpj.gov.my or use the JPJ online transfer ownership form.

JPJ Road Tax Price and Renewal

The road tax price in Malaysia (JPJ) is determined by the engine capacity and type of vehicle. Whether you own a car, motorcycle, or commercial vehicle, the JPJ road tax price varies. Here’s a summary of common road tax prices:

Harga roadtax kereta JPJ (cars):

For cars < 1500 cc: RM150.00
For cars > 1500 cc: RM300.00+

Harga roadtax motor JPJ (motorcycles):

For motorcycles: RM5.00 to RM20.00

To check the latest JPJ road tax price list or calculate the cost for your specific vehicle, use our road tax calculator

Additionally, you can easily renew your JPJ road tax online via the JPJ app or the www.jpj.gov.my road tax renewal portal.

Free Services from JPJ

Several services provided by JPJ are offered free of charge. These include ownership claim cancellations, data amendments, and blacklisting checks. Below is a list of these free JPJ services:

Free Services

Service Fee (RM)
Pembatalan Tuntutan Hak Milik (Ownership Claim Cancellation) Free
Pindaan Data (Engine or Fuel Change) Free
Pembetulan Data (Data Correction) Free
Permohonan Pengesahan Rekod (Record Confirmation) Free
Pembatalan Pendaftaran Kenderaan (Vehicle Registration Cancellation) Free
Semakan Senarai Hitam (Blacklist Check) Free

JPJ Trade Plate Licensing Fees

Trade plates allow vehicles to be used temporarily for test drives, exhibitions, or before full registration. The cost for a JPJ trade plate depends on the type of vehicle and the duration of the license.

Trade Plate Licensing Fees

Service Fee (RM)
Permohonan Baru Lesen Kenderaan Perdagangan Motor (Trade Plate - 1 Year) 700.00
Permohonan Baru Lesen Kenderaan Perdagangan Motor (Trade Plate - 6 Months) 350.00
Permohonan Baru Lesen Kenderaan Perdagangan Motorsikal (Trade Plate - Motorcycle, 1 Year) 240.00
Permohonan Baru Lesen Kenderaan Perdagangan Motorsikal (Trade Plate - Motorcycle, 6 Months) 120.00

Vehicle Registration Document Requests

To apply for a JPJ registration number, you must prepare the following documents:

  • All documents must be placed in an envelope labeled “TEMPAHAN NOMBOR PENDAFTARAN”.
  • The envelope must be placed in the provided reservation box at the respective JPJ office

If you need copies of your vehicle registration card or information on the ownership and insurance of your vehicle, the fees are as follows:

Document Requests

Service Fee (RM)
Salinan Perakuan Pendaftaran Kenderaan (Vehicle Registration Copy) - Motokar/Jentera 50.00
Salinan Perakuan Pendaftaran Kenderaan (Vehicle Registration Copy) - Motosikal 20.00
Permohonan Maklumat Kenderaan (Vehicle Information) - Owner 10.00
Permohonan Maklumat Kenderaan (Vehicle Information) - Insurance 10.00

Application to Reserve Registration Number Through Bidding

To reserve a registration number via bidding, follow these steps:

  • Complete the M.V.10 form.
  • Pay a service charge of RM10.00.
  • Deposit 50% of the bid price via bank draft or postal money, made payable to “Ketua Pengarah Pengangkutan Jalan Malaysia”.
  • Provide a notarized copy of the applicant’s Identity Card (Individual or company).
  • Submit a copy of the Company Registration Certificate (Form 9 or Form 13) and Form 49 (endorsed by Company Registrar/Secretary).
  • Include a self-addressed stamped envelope.

If you’re applying for a JPJ running number or an attractive JPJ car plate, these bidding steps are essential.

Application to Reserve Registration Number Through Booking

Alternatively, you can reserve a registration number through booking by following these steps:

  • Complete the M.V.10A form.
  • Pay a service charge of RM10.00.
  • Provide a copy of the applicant’s identity card or passport.
  • Submit a copy of the Company Registration Certificate (Form 9 or Form 13) and Form 49 (endorsed by Company Registrar/Secretary).

This option is commonly used for reserving current JPJ numbers and JPJ new plate numbers.

Results of the Application

  • Successful applicants cannot give or sell their registration number to another person unless special consideration is granted by the State Director (e.g., for transfers between family members or company members).
  • A decision letter will be issued to all applicants, whether they are successful or not.
  • Unsuccessful applicants will have their bank draft/money order/postal order returned.
  • The list of successful applicants will be published at the JPJ state/branch office where the JPJ number plate was offered.

Full Payment and Registration

  • Successful applicants must pay the full fee within 30 days of receiving the decision letter.
  • The registration number must be registered within three months from the payment date.
  • If full payment is not made within the specified period, or if the registration number is not registered in time, the number may be withdrawn and offered to other applicants.

For buying a JPJ number plate online, check the MySikap portal for available running numbers.

Reserved Prices for JPJ Registration Numbers

Category Minimum Reserved Price (RM)
Prime Value Numbers RM10,000
Attractive Numbers RM2,000
Popular Numbers RM300
Current Numbers RM300

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The VOC JPJ refers to the Vehicle Ownership Certificate, which has replaced the old vehicle registration card. To get the VOC JPJ online, visit the official JPJ website.

You can renew your road tax online through the JPJ app or by visiting www.jpj.gov.my. For renewal, you’ll need to provide vehicle details and make the payment.

You can buy a number plate online through JPJ’s MySikap portal. The JPJ number plate price depends on the running number and the popularity of the number requested.

This guide covers all the essential information regarding JPJ vehicle licensing fees, road tax prices, and other key services like ownership transfers, number plate changes, and trade plate licensing. The entire process of vehicle registration number reservation through bidding, booking, or special approval under JPJ. Whether you are applying for prime value numbers, attractive numbers or general current numbers, it is important to follow the outlined procedures and submit the required documents on time. For those looking to buy JPJ number plates online, the MySikap portal provides a convenient platform to reserve and purchase JPJ running numbers

For more information or to check the availability of JPJ number plates, visit the JPJ website or access the MySikap portal for online services.