Transport ministry announces single KPP01 theory test for motorcycle/car driving licence, from Sept 15

Transport ministry announces single KPP01 theory test for motorcycle/car driving licence, from Sept 15

The transport ministry has announced it has implemented a new policy ruling regarding the driver education curriculum (KPP01) course, the first step towards obtaining a motorcycle class or motorcar driving licence (LMM) in the country.

Effective September 15, 2023, any individual who presently has either a motorcycle class or motorcar driving licence (LMM) intending to obtain a LMM in the class different to their existing licence is exempted from attending the KPP01 course and theory test for a second time.

For example, someone who has passed the KPP01 theory test for a motorcycle license does not need to do the KPP01 again when testing for a motorcar driving license, and vice versa.

Transport ministry announces single KPP01 theory test for motorcycle/car driving licence, from Sept 15

Candidates are however still required to undergo training related to KPP02 (practical, on circuit) and KPP03 (practical, on road) tests at driving institutions for their respective vehicle classes (motorcycle and motorcar). The age eligibility requirement for licences remains unchanged at 16 for a motorcycle licence and 17 for a motorcar driving licence.

Transport minister Anthony Loke said the curriculum to be taught in driving classes would be merged and applicants would learn the theoretical elements for motorcycle and car handling simultaneously, as The Star reports.

He said it is hoped that the initiative, which was implemented based on public feedback, aims to save time and cost for those wanting to obtain a LMM. “We believe this new ruling will bring benefit to the public as they no longer need to sit for another round of six-hour class just to obtain another licence. We also expect the public to enjoy a saving of RM100 from this ruling,” he said.

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Comments

  • Ben Yap on Aug 02, 2023 at 5:17 pm

    how about those going from B2 to Full B, do they need to take theory class again?

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  • Ad007 on Aug 02, 2023 at 5:35 pm

    Nothing new. No different. My daughter took B2 and D last year. Only take KPP01 one time for both.

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    • hafiz on Aug 03, 2023 at 7:38 am

      if you took both in one go, try in stages then need to take the class twice.

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  • Bieight8 on Aug 02, 2023 at 5:36 pm

    Should implement to teach heel&toe, but most instructors don’t even know how to drive properly…

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    • Does heel n toe actually matter on Aug 03, 2023 at 7:41 am

      when most of those who get their driving licenses, eventually drive automatic transmission cars?

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  • Sohai on Aug 02, 2023 at 10:44 pm

    So people that already has Class D car drivers license automatically gets “L” for for class B Full/B2? Since L for motorcycle only need to pass Undang…

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  • Laugh on Aug 03, 2023 at 9:56 am

    So, I only have D license.
    Can I now just slap a ‘L’ sticker on any motorcycle and ride it?

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    • you cannot simply slap L on any motorcycle. u still need to apply the license from JPJ/driving school. and L only valid for 1 yr.

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