2026-10-08 · 5 min read
Nissan Latio Puspakom Guide Malaysia
For Puspakom B2 (roadtax renewal) or JP2 (ownership transfer): ensure all lights function (headlamps, indicators, brake lights, reverse lights), wipers clear the screen properly, horn works, tyres have adequate tread (minimum 1.6mm), no structural rust, check engine light must be OFF, brakes must engage evenly in the brake test. Common Latio Puspakom failures: worn tyres, faulty bulbs, cracked windscreen. Service the car first — a well-maintained Latio passes easily.
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.