2026-10-08 · 5 min read
Mitsubishi Outlander Puspakom Inspection Guide Malaysia
The Outlander must pass Puspakom B2 inspection for JPJ road tax renewal and ownership transfer. Common failure points include worn brake pads or discs below minimum thickness, tyres with low tread depth or sidewall damage, suspension components with excessive play, headlights out of alignment, and lighting faults. Warning lights that are illuminated during inspection — including Check Engine, ABS, or S-AWC lights — will cause a failure. Prepare the Outlander by addressing any known warning lights and having your workshop confirm brake and tyre condition before attending Puspakom.
PUSPAKOM (Pusat Pemeriksaan Kenderaan Motor) is Malaysia's official vehicle inspection centre, operated under a concession from the government. Inspection is mandatory for certain categories — understanding when you need it saves time and money.
When is PUSPAKOM inspection required?
- B2 inspection: For private cars that fail the Computerised Vehicle Inspection (CVI) at JPJ — required to get back on the road
- B5 inspection: For ownership transfer (when buying/selling a used car over 15 years old)
- B7 inspection: Post-accident / post-flood structural check required by insurance
- Commercial vehicle inspection: Lorries, taxis, buses, e-hailing cars require periodic PUSPAKOM checks
What PUSPAKOM checks
- Brake performance (front and rear, measured on a roller brake tester)
- Headlight beam aim and intensity
- Suspension play — bushes, ball joints, tie rods, shock absorbers
- Exhaust emissions (CO, HC levels)
- Structural integrity, chassis and underbody for accident-repaired cars
Prepare your car — avoid a re-inspection fee
Bring your car to 4M Car Care before the PUSPAKOM visit. We check brakes, suspension, lights, and emissions so you pass first time. A failed PUSPAKOM inspection requires a re-inspection fee (RM 20–50 per item). We save you the repeat trip.