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

Latest second hand Mopeds for sale

Mash Motorcycles Radar 50 CVT Euro 5 49cc
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£1,599
Moped | 49cc | 2BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Yamaha FS1 50 Petrol Manual (3 bhp) 49cc
1978 (T reg) | 9,000 miles
£4,495
Moped | 49cc | 3.3BHP | Manual | Petrol
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Peugeot Streetzone 50 CVT Euro 5 50cc
2024 (24 reg) | 1,369 miles
£1,795
Moped | 50cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Lexmoto AURA 125 E55 125cc
2026 (26 reg) | 57 miles
£1,995
Moped | 125cc | Automatic | Petrol
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Velosolex Velosolex 50 Petrol Manual 49cc
2017 (66 reg) | 500 miles
£700
Moped | 49cc | Manual | Petrol
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AJS Firefox 50 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 5 (3 ps) 50cc
2025 (25 reg) | 565 miles
£1,575
Moped | 50cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Mash Motorcycles Fifty 50 Moped Petrol Manual Euro 5 (2 ps) 49cc
2023 (23 reg) | 4,000 miles
£1,300
Moped | 49cc | 2BHP | Manual | Petrol
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Keeway Fact X 50 CVT V-Belt Euro 5 49cc
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£1,799
Moped | 49cc | 2BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Peugeot Speedfight 50 3 E Moped Petrol Automatic (5 ps) 49cc
2013 (13 reg) | 8,960 miles
£1,800
Moped | 49cc | 5BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Yamaha DT50 Historic Moped 49cc
1979 (V reg) | 4,499 miles
£1,495
Moped | 49cc | Manual | Petrol
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Sinnis Twist 50 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 5 (3 ps) 50cc
2022 (72 reg) | 3,400 miles
£999
Moped | 50cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Yamaha FS1 50 Petrol Manual (3 bhp) 49cc
1988 (E reg) | 9,594 miles
£4,250
Moped | 49cc | 3.3BHP | Manual | Petrol
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Aprilia SXR 50 Sport Urban Scooter Petrol CVT Euro 5 (3 ps) 50cc
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£2,610
Moped | 50cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Piaggio Vespa GTS 125 4T IE SUPER 125cc
2010 (60 reg) | 19,999 miles
£1,650
Moped | 125cc | Automatic | Petrol
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Aprilia SXR 50 Sport Urban Scooter Petrol CVT Euro 5 (3 ps) 50cc
2025 (75 reg) | 318 miles
£1,950
Moped | 50cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Piaggio Zip 50 CVT Euro 4 50cc
2019 (19 reg) | 3,249 miles
£1,499
Moped | 50cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Piaggio Vespa LX 50 48cc
2014 (14 reg) | 12,000 miles
£1,670
Moped | 48cc | Automatic | Petrol
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Piaggio Vespa Primavera 50 2T 49cc
2014 (14 reg) | 11,468 miles
£2,195
Moped | 49cc | 4BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Fantic Motor Issimo 45 FS01 Euro 5
| 1 miles
£1,999
Moped | Automatic | Electric
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Yamaha YN 50 Neos 49cc
2015 (15 reg) | 11,198 miles
£1,695
Moped | 49cc | 6BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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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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