Puspakom checks on used vehicles from today

KUANTAN: The ruling compelling all second-hand private vehicles to undergo mandatory Puspakom inspection before the transfer of ownership will take effect today.

Transport Minister Datuk Seri Chan Kong Choy said there would not be any deferment as Puspakom had given assurances that it was ready for the task.

“Puspakom has the capacity to conduct inspections on some two million private vehicles a year,” he said yesterday.

“At present, only about one million vehicles are utilising its services.

“As such, we do not foresee any major problems but will monitor the development closely,” he told reporters after opening the state MCA elections training camp at Wisma MCA here.

In May, the Cabinet approved the ruling in a move to address the increasing numbers of “cut-and-join” cars (kereta potong) on the road.

The move is also aimed at protecting the interest of car buyers and to ensure that only roadworthy vehicles are allowed on the road. Chan said Puspakom expected a 25% increase in cars to be inspected at all its branches, at a cost of RM30 per vehicle. He said vehicles which received the certification from Puspakom could proceed with the transfer of ownership within two weeks.

Among others, Puspakom checks will involve identifying the chassis and engine numbers, seating capacity, car model, year of manufacture, colour and the level of tint. At present, only commercial vehicles are required to undergo compulsory checks at Puspakom branches every six months.

On allegations that Puspakom officials were on the take to approve an inspection, Chan said there must be evidence to support the matter.

“I urge the parties involved to furnish me with proof and I will see to it personally and take stern action,” he added.

On a proposal to ban vehicles over 15 years old from running on the roads, Chan said his ministry was still studying the matter.

He also commended the police for setting up 16 watchtowers at accident-prone stretches nationwide.

I am all out to support to check the cars all the time but at the end of the day, is this just another scam from the government to scam 30 buck from us?.... Hey JPJ, learn to do the right things from today... stop scamming, start working !