MOT Calculator: What to Enter
Getting a useful MOT estimate depends on entering the right figures. Here is what each input means.
Quick answer
To estimate MOT stamp duty, enter the property price (or market value if higher), your buyer type (individual or company), citizenship, whether it is your first home, and the SPA date if you want to check an exemption. The calculator applies the tiered rates and, where you opt in and qualify, a first-home exemption estimate. The result is for planning only — verify with LHDN / MyTax e-Duti Setem.
Key takeaways
- Enter the price or market value, whichever the duty is based on.
- Buyer type and citizenship can change the treatment.
- First-home status and SPA date matter for exemptions.
- The output is an estimate, not a final figure.
Key inputs
- Property price / market value: the base for the tiered duty.
- Buyer type: individual or company.
- Citizenship: citizen, PR or foreigner (treatment can differ).
- First home + SPA date: for the exemption check.
Reading the result
The estimate shows the duty per band and the total, plus an exemption estimate if you opted in and appear eligible. Confirm the final figure with LHDN / your lawyer.
Checklist
- Use the higher of price or market value.
- Set the correct buyer type and citizenship.
- Only apply the exemption if you qualify.
- Verify the result with LHDN / a lawyer.
Watch out for
- A calculator estimate is not an official assessment.
- Foreigner / company treatment may differ from the citizen scale.
Frequently asked questions
Should I enter the price or the market value?
Stamp duty is generally based on the higher of the two. If the market value is above your price, use the market value for a safer estimate, and confirm with LHDN.
Does the calculator apply the first-home exemption automatically?
No — it should only apply when you opt in and the eligibility criteria are met. Always verify the exemption with LHDN / your lawyer.
Related guides
MOT Stamp Duty Explained (Tiered Rates)
MOT stamp duty uses a tiered scale. Here is how the bands work and a worked example, with a reminder to verify current rates.
Read guideFirst-Home Buyer Stamp Duty Exemption
Eligible first-home buyers may get a stamp duty exemption up to a price cap. Here is the seed rule and how to confirm it.
Read guideProperty Buying Cost Checklist
The upfront costs of buying go beyond the down payment. Use this checklist so nothing surprises you.
Read guideImportant
This content is for general education only. It is not legal, financial, banking, valuation, tax, investment, or property advice. Always verify with the relevant bank, lawyer, valuer, agent, developer, auctioneer, land office, LPPSA, LHDN, or authority before making decisions.
Last reviewed: 2026 edition · Rules, rates and fees change over time. Always confirm the latest figures with the relevant authority before you act.