Is a scooter a moped?

Mopeds used to be different from scooters in that they were partially powered by pedals that the rider operated, rather than the motor alone. Though some of these mopeds are still around, they are not largely used. Modern mopeds are instead defined by their engine size, speed, and output, all smaller than what the average scooter offers. So, while they are very similar vehicles, mopeds are usually classified separately.

How much does a moped cost?

There are many different mopeds on the market, though a brand new mid-range street legal one, such as a Honda NPS50 Zoomer 50CC, can cost around £2,400. Used mopeds can be picked up for well under £1,000.

How fast can a moped go?

Mopeds, by most definitions, are vehicles with engines no bigger than 50cc, which offers them a top speed of 35mph.

What are the best mopeds?

Since mopeds are limited in their speed, which amongst them is the “best” is often defined by comfort, reliability, handling, ease of riding, and so on. Though best is subjective, one of the most highly rated mopeds is the Yamaha Aerox 4, the latest in the Aerox series, known for a smooth four-stroke motor, high spec handling and good construction.

Mopeds for sale

With 329 Moped bikes available on Auto Trader, we have the best range of bikes for sale across the UK.

Latest second hand Mopeds for sale

Piaggio Liberty 50 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 4 (3 ps) 50cc
2020 (20 reg) | 3,127 miles
£1,350
Moped | 50cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Private Seller
Honda @125 110cc
2017 (17 reg) | 42,803 miles
£999
Moped | 110cc | Automatic | Petrol
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Lambretta V50 Special Moped Petrol CVT Euro 5 (2 ps) 49cc
2024 (74 reg) | 3 miles
£2,450
Moped | 49cc | 2BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Stirling Eco M1 Electro Ride Moped Electric Automatic Euro 5
2021 (21 reg) | 5,500 miles
£999
Moped | Automatic | Electric
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Yamaha SA50 PASSOLA 50cc
1982 (X reg) | 5,032 miles
£885
Moped | 50cc | Petrol
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Yamaha MT-07 689cc
| 1 miles
£6,995
Moped | 689cc | Manual | Petrol
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Suzuki Address 110 CVT Euro 4 113cc
2021 (70 reg) | 11,100 miles
£1,400
Moped | 113cc | 9BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Piaggio Vespa Primavera 50 CVT Euro 4 50cc
2018 (68 reg) | 2,250 miles
£2,195
Moped | 50cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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AJS Barletta 50 CVT Euro 5 50cc
2025 (25 reg) | 15 miles
£1,999
Moped | 50cc | 2BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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SYM Jet X 50 Sym 4 RX Moped FSH Sym Warranty August 2025 49cc
2024 (24 reg) | 3,400 miles
£1,499
Moped | 49cc | Automatic | Petrol
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Aprilia SXR 50 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 5 (2 ps) 49cc
2022 (22 reg) | 25 miles
£1,975
Moped | 49cc | 2BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Private Seller
Honda Vision 50 R Sporty Petrol Automatic (3 bhp)
2017 (17 reg) | 7,876 miles
£1,500
Moped | Automatic | Petrol
Private Seller
Aprilia SXR 50 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 5 (2 ps) 49cc
2023 (73 reg) | 963 miles
£1,495
Moped | 49cc | 2BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Private Seller
Piaggio Typhoon 50 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 4 (3 ps) 49cc
2019 (69 reg) | 13,242 miles
£1,000
Moped | 49cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Private Seller
Neco NC-50 50cc
(74 reg) | 2,000 miles
£1,999
Moped | 50cc | Manual | Petrol
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Lexmoto ECHO 50 50cc
(20 reg) | 5,300 miles
£1,195
Moped | 50cc | Manual | Petrol
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Aprilia SXR 50 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 5 (2 ps) 49cc
2021 (71 reg) | 3,776 miles
£1,200
Moped | 49cc | 2BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Private Seller
Yamaha FS1 50 Petrol Manual (3 bhp) 49cc
1979 (T reg) | 15,000 miles
£4,500
Moped | 49cc | 3.3BHP | Manual | Petrol
Private Seller
Piaggio Vespa LX 50 Touring Moped Petrol Automatic (4 ps)
2014 (14 reg) | 3,190 miles
£1,195
Moped | Automatic | Petrol
Private Seller
Honda PS125 125cc
2009 (09 reg) | 6,604 miles
£650
Moped | 125cc | Automatic | Petrol
Private Seller

Your questions answered

Mopeds used to be different from scooters in that they were partially powered by pedals that the rider operated, rather than the motor alone. Though some of these mopeds are still around, they are not largely used. Modern mopeds are instead defined by their engine size, speed, and output, all smaller than what the average scooter offers. So, while they are very similar vehicles, mopeds are usually classified separately.

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