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 204 Moped bikes available on Autotrader, we have the best range of bikes for sale across the UK.

Latest second hand Mopeds for sale

Piaggio Vespa Primavera 50 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 5 (3 ps) 49cc
2025 (25 reg) | 205 miles
£2,900
Moped | 49cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Private Seller
Direct Bikes DB 50 QT-11 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 5 (3 ps) 50cc
2024 (24 reg) | 669 miles
£650
Moped | 50cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Private Seller
Peugeot Streetzone 50 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 5 (3 ps) 50cc
2025 (74 reg) | 552 miles
£1,850
Moped | 50cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Private Seller
Piaggio Vespa Primavera 50 S FL CVT Euro 5 49cc
2025 (25 reg) | 135 miles
£2,995
Moped | 49cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Trade Seller(5)
Piaggio Vespa Primavera 50 2T CVT 49cc
2016 (65 reg) | 8,466 miles
£2,250
Moped | 49cc | 4BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Lambretta V50 Special CVT Euro 5 49cc
2024 (74 reg) | 1,618 miles
£2,399
Moped | 49cc | 2BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Trade Seller(5)
Peugeot Speedfight 50 3 LC ICEBLADE 49cc
2013 (13 reg) | 880 miles
£2,295
Moped | 49cc | 5BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Trade Seller(5)
Honda Zoomer 50 50cc
2020 (20 reg) | 15,546 miles
£2,000
Moped | 50cc | Automatic | Petrol
Private Seller
Direct Bikes DB 50 QT-A Moped Petrol Manual Euro 4 49cc
2025 (74 reg) | 10 miles
£950
Moped | 49cc | Manual | Petrol
Private Seller
Honda C90 85cc
1997 (R reg) | 29,680 miles
£1,790
Moped | 85cc | Automatic | Petrol
Private Seller
Piaggio Vespa Primavera 50 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 5 (3 ps) 49cc
2025 (75 reg) | 510 miles
£3,000
Moped | 49cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Private Seller
Yamaha FS1 50 Petrol Manual (3 bhp) 49cc
1973 (M reg) | 40 miles
£10,000
Moped | 49cc | 3BHP | Manual | Petrol
Private Seller
Peugeot Vivacity 3 50 Sportline Moped Petrol Automatic (4 ps)
2026 (06 reg) | 495 miles
£1,450
Moped | Automatic | Petrol
Private Seller
Piaggio Vespa Primavera 50 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 5 (3 ps) 49cc
2023 (73 reg) | 66 miles
£2,200
Moped | 49cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Private Seller
Peugeot Kisbee 50 CVT Euro 5 50cc
2026 (26 reg) | 1,240 miles
£1,795
Moped | 50cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Trade Seller(1)
MGB G1 50 Moped Electric Automatic Hub Motor Euro 5 (2 ps)
2024 (73 reg) | 222 miles
£1,200
Moped | 2BHP | Automatic | Electric
Private Seller
Peugeot Kisbee 50 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 5 (3 ps) 50cc
2025 (75 reg) | 200 miles
£1,500
Moped | 50cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Private Seller
Piaggio Vespa Primavera 50 CVT Euro 5 49cc
2023 (73 reg) | 1,203 miles
£2,695
Moped | 49cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Trade Seller
Piaggio Vespa PX 125 125cc
1990 (H reg) | 12,274 miles
£3,495
Moped | 125cc | Manual | Petrol
Private Seller
Aprilia SR Motard 50 Moped Petrol Automatic (4 ps) 50cc
2015 (15 reg) | 5,507 miles
£1,050
Moped | 50cc | 4BHP | 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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