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

Latest second hand Mopeds for sale

Aprilia SR Motard 50 Moped Petrol Automatic (4 ps) 50cc
2016 (16 reg) | 1,650 miles
£1,480
Moped | 50cc | 4BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Private Seller
Neco Mojito 50 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 5 (3 ps) 50cc
2026 (26 reg) | 200 miles
£1,475
Moped | 50cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Private Seller
Peugeot Kisbee 50 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 5 (3 ps) 49cc
2025 (25 reg) | 2,301 miles
£1,800
Moped | 49cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Surron Ultra Bee road-legal L3E
2023 (73 reg) | 29 miles
£4,500
Moped
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Piaggio Vespa Primavera 50 CVT Euro 5 49cc
2025 (25 reg) | 1 miles
£2,999
Moped | 49cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Trade Seller
Yamaha FS1 50 49cc
1987 (D reg) | 500 miles
£6,940
Moped | 49cc | 3.3BHP | Manual | Petrol
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Honda C90 85cc
1997 (R reg) | 29,680 miles
£1,950
Moped | 85cc | Automatic | Petrol
Private Seller
Qjmotor LTS 50 S 50cc
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£1,699
Moped | 50cc | Manual | Petrol
Trade Seller
Peugeot Speedfight 50 4 2024 ONLY 4K EXCELLENT 50CC LEARNER BIKE AUTO 49cc
2024 (24 reg) | 4,647 miles
£1,795
Moped | 49cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Yamaha DT50MX Petrol Manual (3 bhp) 49cc
1989 (G reg) | 25,324 miles
£2,500
Moped | 49cc | 3.3BHP | Manual | Petrol
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Piaggio Vespa LX 50 48cc
2010 (60 reg) | 13,928 miles
£750
Moped | 48cc | Automatic | Petrol
Private Seller
Honda C50 49cc
1973 (M reg) | 7,436 miles
£2,550
Moped | 49cc | Manual | Petrol
Private Seller
Piaggio Vespa Primavera 50 2T 49cc
2014 (63 reg) | 305 miles
£2,299
Moped | 49cc | 4BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Piaggio Vespa LX 50 Touring 50cc
2012 (62 reg) | 2,800 miles
£2,350
Moped | 50cc | 4BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Keeway FACT X 50 50cc
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£1,899
Moped | 50cc | Automatic | Petrol
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Piaggio Vespa Primavera 50 Touring Moped Petrol CVT (4 ps) 49cc
2016 (66 reg) | 610 miles
£3,100
Moped | 49cc | 4BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Private Seller
Peugeot Kisbee 50 RS CVT Euro 5 49cc
2022 (22 reg) | 5,416 miles
£1,500
Moped | 49cc | 4BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Trade Seller(5)
Benelli TRK502 E5 500cc
(22 reg) | 12,357 miles
£2,995
Moped | 500cc | Manual | Petrol
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Vmoto CUx Moped Electric Automatic (4 ps)
2025 (75 reg) | 15 miles
£1,200
Moped | 4BHP | Automatic | Electric
Trade Seller(5)
AJS Firefox 50 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 5 (3 ps) 50cc
2025 (25 reg) | 1,580 miles
£1,400
Moped | 50cc | 3BHP | 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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