Thinking of Storing Your Singapore Car in Malaysia? Here’s What You Need to Know.

Why Would You Store a Car in Malaysia Anyway?

It's more common than you think! Many Singaporeans park their cars in Malaysia for extended periods. You might be working there, traveling frequently, or simply want to dodge Singapore's steep parking fees. It’s a convenient option, but it’s easy to get tangled in VEP rules if you're not paying attention.

That's where we can help. At MyMechanic, our job is to clear up the confusion and make sure your car remains legal and hassle-free, even if it's just sitting in a garage for months.

The Lowdown on VEP Validity

Your VEP might be valid for up to five years, but don't be mistaken—that doesn't give you a five-year pass to leave your car in Malaysia untouched. To keep the VEP active, you have to drive the car out of the country every so often. If you skip this crucial step, you could be looking at hefty fines, getting blacklisted, and a whole lot of bureaucratic headaches.

And yes, these rules apply even if your car is tucked away in a private garage. The authorities won't make an exception just because it's not on the road.

Key Things to Keep in Mind When Storing Your Car

The Exit and Re-entry Rule

To maintain an active VEP, you have to drive your car out of Malaysia before its validity period expires and then re-enter. It's like renewing a visitor's pass—you have to check out and check back in.

Stay on Top of Insurance and Road Tax

Make sure your car insurance provides coverage in Malaysia for the entire time it's stored there. Your Singapore road tax must also be up-to-date. If either of these expires, your VEP becomes void immediately, and trust us, the legal tangle that follows is something you want to avoid.

Don't Forget About Security and Upkeep

It goes without saying that your car should be stored in a secure location. But don't neglect basic maintenance either. Issues like flat tires, dead batteries, or even pests can become a problem sooner than you'd expect.

How MyMechanic Takes the Hassle Out of VEP Compliance

Let's be honest, keeping up with VEP renewals and regulations for a car in storage is a drag. Luckily, it's what we do best. Here’s how we can make your life easier:

• VEP Tracking: We keep an eye on your VEP's expiry date and give you a heads-up before it's due.
• Hands-Free Renewals: We take care of all the paperwork and submissions for you.
• Pro Tips: We provide current advice to help you steer clear of common pitfalls.
• Synced-Up Documents: We ensure your insurance, road tax, and VEP are all aligned and up-to-date.

Hand it over to us, and you can forget about the stress of paperwork and deadlines.

Stay Ahead of the Game and Avoid Penalties

Falling out of compliance is a costly mistake. The fines, the risk of being blacklisted, and the sheer amount of wasted time can all be avoided by simply keeping your VEP and other documents in order.

Whether your car is already in Malaysia or you're making plans to store it there, it's a good idea to have a chat with us. We'll get your VEP sorted out, so you can have one less thing to worry about.

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