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Interchange Number Plate Service

A number plate interchange is the process of transferring an existing vehicle registration number from an original vehicle to a new or temporary vehicle while assigning another registration number to the original vehicle where required.

This is commonly used when vehicle owners want to retain a special, premium, memorable, or personally meaningful registration number when changing vehicles.

At S1 Number Plate Sdn Bhd, we assist customers with the relevant PUSPAKOM inspection arrangements, documentation preparation, runner coordination, and JPJ interchange procedures.

JPJ Number Plate Interchange Eligibility & Requirements

Before proceeding with a number plate interchange, the following conditions must be met:

Both vehicles must belong to the same owner or authorised representative
The new vehicle must be unregistered
The original vehicle must not be blacklisted by JPJ or PDRM
Only the original vehicle requires PUSPAKOM inspection, except for imported vehicles where different requirements may apply
Insurance for the new vehicle can be activated after the interchange process is completed

Our team can review the vehicle arrangement with you before the interchange process begins.

Documents Needed for Number Plate Interchange

Customers should prepare the relevant supporting documents for the JPJ interchange application.

The required documents include:

2 copies of Borang Senarai Semak eDaftar
2 copies of Borang JPJ K1 printed from eDaftar
Applicant identification documents based on applicant type
PUSPAKOM B2 inspection report for the original vehicle or applicable imported/special cases
SIRIM certificate for green diesel vehicles, if applicable
Customs K1 form and import permit for imported vehicles
2 copies of Borang JPJ K1E
2 copies of Borang JPJ K1A

Additional documentation may be required depending on the vehicle and applicant situation.

Why Interchange a Vehicle Registration Number?

A registration number can carry personal, sentimental, branding, collectible, or financial value for its owner.

Number plate interchange allows you to retain a preferred registration number when changing vehicles instead of leaving that number attached to the vehicle being replaced or sold.

Common reasons include:

Retaining a special or premium registration number
Keeping a personally meaningful number
Moving a preferred number to a new vehicle
Preserving a registration number when replacing a vehicle
Managing registration numbers with collectible or investment potential

The appropriate arrangement will depend on the vehicles involved and the relevant JPJ requirements.

Step-by-Step Car Plate Interchange Process

Step 1: Complete the PUSPAKOM Inspection

The original vehicle must undergo the required PUSPAKOM inspection.

An appointment can be arranged through the MyPUSPAKOM platform. Before inspection, the vehicle should be prepared to meet the applicable inspection requirements, including relevant vehicle condition checks.

Once the inspection is completed successfully, the required B2 inspection report can be used for the next stage.

Step 2: Submit the JPJ Application

The approved PUSPAKOM B2 report, Borang JPJ K1, identification documents, and other applicable supporting documents are then prepared for the relevant JPJ procedure.

When all required documentation and procedures are in order, the number plate interchange can usually be completed on the same day.

Step 3: Install the Registration Numbers

After JPJ approval, the retained registration number can be installed on the new vehicle.

The original vehicle will receive the applicable temporary or replacement registration number where required as part of the interchange arrangement.

Step 4: Update the Vehicle Insurance

Once the interchange has been completed, the insurance for the new vehicle can be activated or updated according to the new registration details.

Can We Assist with the Interchange Process?

Yes. Our team can help coordinate the relevant stages of the transaction, including:

PUSPAKOM inspection arrangements
Required document preparation
Runner coordination
JPJ interchange procedures
Number plate transfer arrangements
New vehicle registration coordination
Multi-state transaction arrangements
Remote administrative coordination where possible

Customers may use their car dealer's own runner or one of our long-term trusted runners depending on how the transaction will be handled.

Arrange Your Number Plate Interchange

If you are changing vehicles and want to retain your current registration number, speak with our team before starting the registration process. We can review your vehicle situation, explain the required documents, and coordinate the relevant PUSPAKOM and JPJ arrangements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Both vehicles must belong to the same owner or authorised representative, the new vehicle must be unregistered, and the original vehicle must not be blacklisted by JPJ or PDRM. The original vehicle also requires the relevant PUSPAKOM inspection, subject to different requirements for imported vehicles.
The documents include the relevant eDaftar checklist, JPJ K1 forms, applicant identification documents, PUSPAKOM B2 report, JPJ K1E and K1A forms, and additional documents such as SIRIM or Customs documentation where applicable.
When the required PUSPAKOM inspection has been completed and all applicable documents and JPJ requirements are in order, the number plate interchange can usually be completed on the same day.

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