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

Latest second hand Mopeds for sale

Aprilia SR GT 125 125cc
2023 (73 reg) | 2,218 miles
£2,495
Moped | 125cc | Manual
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Aprilia SXR 50 CVT Euro 5 49cc
2023 (73 reg) | 1,336 miles
£2,190
Moped | 49cc | 2BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Piaggio Vespa Primavera 50 CVT Euro 5 49cc
2023 (23 reg) | 150 miles
£2,990
Moped | 49cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Vmoto CUx Moped Electric Automatic (4 ps)
2023 (23 reg) | 200 miles
£1,200
Moped | 4BHP | Automatic | Electric
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Aprilia Mojito 50 Moped Petrol Automatic (4 ps) 49cc
1999 (V reg) | 1,800 miles
£975
Moped | 49cc | 4BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Aprilia SXR 50 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 5 (2 ps) 49cc
2024 (24 reg) | 330 miles
£1,495
Moped | 49cc | 2BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Suzuki Address 110 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 4 (9 ps) 113cc
2019 (69 reg) | 6,576 miles
£875
Moped | 113cc | 9BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Qjmotor LTR 50 S QJMotor S 2025 50cc
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£1,699
Moped | 50cc | Automatic | Petrol
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MGB FANTASY 2025 (25) MGB 50cc 50cc
2025 (25 reg) | 1 miles
£1,698
Moped | 50cc | 2BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Piaggio Vespa LX 50 49cc
2020 (69 reg) | 2,988 miles
£1,000
Moped | 49cc | Automatic | Petrol
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Motorini Misano 50 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 5 (3 ps) 50cc
2022 (71 reg) | 1,360 miles
£1,400
Moped | 50cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Piaggio Vespa LX 50 Touring 50cc
2010 (60 reg) | 2,451 miles
£1,750
Moped | 50cc | 4BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Lambretta V50 Special Moped Petrol CVT Euro 5 (2 ps) 49cc
2021 (71 reg) | 143 miles
£2,500
Moped | 49cc | 2BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Aprilia SXR 50 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 5 (2 ps) 49cc
2022 (22 reg) | 5,827 miles
£1,350
Moped | 49cc | 2BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Zhongneng ZN 50 QT-H Aurora S Moped Petrol CVT Euro 5 (3 ps) 50cc
2025 (25 reg) | 896 miles
£599
Moped | 50cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Neco One SX 50 JN 50 QT-32 CVT Euro 5 50cc
2024 (74 reg) | 1,174 miles
£1,299
Moped | 50cc | 2BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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AJS Digita 50 CVT Euro 5 50cc
2025 (25 reg) | 17 miles
£1,399
Moped | 50cc | 2BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Piaggio Vespa LX 50 2 Petrol Automatic (3 bhp) 49cc
2013 (62 reg) | 29,000 miles
£1,000
Moped | 49cc | 3.35BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Aprilia SXR 50 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 5 (2 ps) 49cc
2023 (23 reg) | 2,000 miles
£1,800
Moped | 49cc | 2BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Neco Borsalino 50 CVT Euro 4 50cc
2020 (20 reg) | 5,391 miles
£999
Moped | 50cc | 2BHP | 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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