Check Road Tax Price & Renew Road Tax Online
Check your road tax price, calculate the amount based on your vehicle, and renew your road tax online with BJAK.
What Is Road Tax?
Road tax, also known as the Motor Vehicle Licence (LKM), is required for vehicles used on Malaysian roads. Road tax is a fee that vehicle owners need to pay to legally use their vehicles on Malaysian roads.
The amount you pay depends on factors such as:
- Vehicle type
- Engine capacity
- Region
- Ownership type
- Vehicle usage
- Other factors set by the relevant authorities
For many private vehicles, engine capacity is one of the main factors used to determine the road tax rate.
Road tax is separate from your vehicle insurance or takaful, although valid motor insurance must be active before road tax can be renewed.
How Much Is Road Tax in Malaysia?
Your road tax price depends mainly on your vehicle type, engine capacity and where the vehicle is registered.
For example, private cars in West Malaysia with smaller engine capacities generally have lower road tax rates, while larger engines have higher rates. MPVs, SUVs and other vehicle categories may also have different rates.
Road Tax Price for Private Cars in West Malaysia
| Engine capacity | Base rate | Progressive rate |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 1,000cc | RM20 | — |
| 1,001–1,200cc | RM55 | — |
| 1,201–1,400cc | RM70 | — |
| 1,401–1,600cc | RM90 | — |
| 1,601–1,800cc | RM200 | RM0.40/cc |
| 1,801–2,000cc | RM280 | RM0.50/cc |
| 2,001–2,500cc | RM380 | RM1.00/cc |
| 2,501–3,000cc | RM880 | RM2.50/cc |
| Above 3,000cc | RM2,130 | RM4.50/cc |
These are the current West Malaysia rates shown by BJAK. Rates can differ based on vehicle type and region, so use the calculator for your specific vehicle.
Road Tax for Different Vehicle Types
Road tax is not calculated the same way for every vehicle.
Road Tax for Cars
For private cars, the amount generally depends on:
- Engine capacity
- Vehicle body type
- Region
- Ownership type
Saloon and non-saloon vehicles can have different rates.
Road Tax for Motorcycles
Motorcycle road tax is calculated differently from private cars.
The rate can depend on factors such as:
- Engine capacity
- Region
- Motorcycle category
If you own a motorcycle, check the rate applicable to your motorcycle before renewing.
Road Tax for Electric Vehicles
EV road tax is calculated differently from petrol and diesel vehicles.
Instead of engine capacity, the calculation is based on factors such as the vehicle's motor output under the applicable EV road tax structure.
If you drive an EV, use the relevant calculator to check your estimated road tax before renewing.
Road Tax for Company Vehicles
Vehicles registered under a company may have different requirements from privately owned vehicles.
Make sure you have the required vehicle and ownership information before starting your renewal.
For company-registered vehicles, you may also need to provide the relevant insurance and vehicle documents.
Road Tax for Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah & Sarawak
Road tax rates differ across Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah and Sarawak, with each region having its own LKM rate structure based on factors such as vehicle type, engine capacity, vehicle use and registration area, according to JPJ's LKM Rate Guide.
Peninsular Malaysia
For private saloon cars, road tax is generally based on engine capacity, with higher rates as engine capacity increases.
For example, a private saloon with a 1,500cc engine has a road tax rate of RM90 per year in Peninsular Malaysia.
According to Official JPJ Website
Sabah & Sarawak
Sabah and Sarawak use a different, generally lower rate structure for private vehicles.
The same 1,500cc private saloon has a road tax rate of RM72 per year in Sabah and Sarawak.
According to Official JPJ Website
Example of Road Tax Differences
| Engine capacity | Peninsular Malaysia | Sabah & Sarawak |
|---|---|---|
| 1,000cc and below | RM20 | RM20 |
| 1,500cc | RM90 | RM72 |
| 3,000cc | RM2,130 | RM1,024 |
Rates shown are for private saloon vehicles. Other vehicle types may have different rates. According to Official JPJ Website
When checking your road tax price, make sure you select the correct region and vehicle type to get the applicable rate.
Road Tax Rates in Malaysia
Road tax rates can differ between Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah and Sarawak.
The same vehicle may not pay the same amount in every region, so check the rate that applies to your vehicle's registration location before renewing.
For the most accurate amount, use the BJAK Road Tax Calculator.
How to Renew Road Tax Online
You can renew your road tax online without going to a JPJ branch, as long as your vehicle meets the renewal requirements.
With BJAK, the process is simple:
Enter your vehicle details
Provide your vehicle registration number and owner details.
Make sure your motor insurance is active
Your motor insurance must be active before road tax can be renewed.
Check your road tax price
Review the road tax amount before proceeding with payment.
Complete payment
Pay online and submit your renewal.
Check your digital road tax
Once your renewal is processed, you can view your digital road tax through MyJPJ.
What Do You Need to Renew Road Tax?
For a typical online renewal, you will need:
- Vehicle registration number
- Vehicle owner's identification details
- Valid motor insurance
- Payment method
- Other information required for verification
Your vehicle and owner details must also match the relevant records for the renewal to go through.
What Is Digital Road Tax?
Digital road tax is the electronic version of your Motor Vehicle Licence (e-LKM). You can check your road tax details and expiry date online without relying on a physical road tax sticker.
If you're a BJAK customer, you can log in to your BJAK account to check your road tax details. You can also check your digital road tax through the MyJPJ app.
How to Check Your Digital Road Tax
- Visit the BJAK website.
- Log in to your account.
- Go to your vehicle or renewal details.
- Check your road tax information and expiry date, where available.
- Open the MyJPJ app and log in.
- Go to your vehicle details.
- Select your vehicle to view your digital road tax and expiry date.
New to BJAK? You can renew your road tax online and manage your renewal through our website.
What Happens If Your Road Tax Expires?
If your road tax has expired, you should renew it before driving the vehicle on public roads.
In some cases, an expired road tax can still be renewed online. However, additional JPJ procedures may apply depending on how long it has been expired and the vehicle's status.
If you're unsure what to do, check your road tax status first and follow the applicable renewal process.
Road Tax & Motor Insurance: What Comes First?
You need active motor insurance before renewing your road tax.
If both are due for renewal, renew your motor insurance first. Once the insurance is active, you can continue with the road tax renewal.
With BJAK, you can handle both in one online flow where available.
Why Renew Road Tax Online?
Renewing road tax online can save you a trip to a branch and lets you manage your renewal from your phone or computer.
With BJAK, you can:
- Check your estimated road tax price
- Renew online
- Get your renewal status
- View your digital road tax through BJAK by logging in to your account
- Manage your motor insurance and road tax in one flow where available
Road tax updates through BJAK usually take up to 1 working day after processing.
Need help with your road tax?
Find out how to renew road tax, check digital road tax and understand what to do if your road tax expires in Malaysia.
Visit the Learning HubRoad Tax FAQs
Road tax is calculated based on factors such as vehicle type, engine capacity and registration region. Use the road tax calculator to estimate the amount for your vehicle.
Yes. Eligible vehicles can be renewed online through platforms such as BJAK and MyJPJ.
No. Your motor insurance must be active before your road tax can be renewed.
You can check your road tax expiry date through the MyJPJ app. Your digital e-LKM shows your vehicle and expiry information.
Digital road tax is the electronic version of your Motor Vehicle Licence (e-LKM), which can be viewed through MyJPJ.
No. For eligible vehicles, road tax is available digitally through MyJPJ instead of a physical sticker.
Road tax updates through BJAK usually take up to 1 working day after processing.
Yes, BJAK's online road tax service supports cars and motorcycles, subject to the applicable requirements.
No. BJAK's current road tax service is not available for e-hailing vehicles. E-hailing vehicle owners should visit the nearest JPJ branch for road tax renewal.
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