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

Latest second hand Mopeds for sale

Yamaha NEOS
2023 0
£2,727
Moped | Manual | Electric
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AJS Digita 50 CVT Euro 4 50cc
2020 (20 reg) | 8,980 miles
£795
Moped | 50cc | 2BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Peugeot SPEEDFIGHT 50 SPORTLINE 50cc
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£2,899
Moped | 50cc | Manual | Petrol
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Lambretta SX 186cc
1967 (E reg) | 3,278 miles
£4,500
Moped | 186cc | Manual | Petrol
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AJS Firefox 50 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 5 (3 ps) 50cc
2026 (26 reg) | 1,494 miles
£1,550
Moped | 50cc | 2BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Qjmotor LTS 50 S Moped Scooter CVT Euro 5 49cc
0
£1,699
Moped | 49cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Qjmotor LTS 50 S Moped Scooter CVT Euro 5 49cc
0
£1,699
Moped | 49cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Qjmotor LTS 50 S Moped Scooter CVT Euro 5 49cc
0
£1,699
Moped | 49cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Mash Motorcycles Fifty 50 Moped Petrol Manual Euro 5 (2 ps) 49cc
2022 (22 reg) | 1,562 miles
£1,350
Moped | 49cc | 2BHP | Manual | Petrol
Private Seller
Mash Motorcycles Fifty 50 Moped Petrol Manual Euro 5 (2 ps) 49cc
2025 (74 reg) | 2 miles
£2,500
Moped | 49cc | 2BHP | Manual | Petrol
Private Seller
Keeway Fact 50 Euro 5 50cc
2025 (25 reg) | 1,349 miles
£1,495
Moped | 50cc | 2BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Yamasaki MB50-10 50cc
2025 (25 reg) | 232 miles
£1,995
Moped | 50cc | Manual | Petrol
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Mash Motorcycles Fifty 50 Moped Petrol Manual Euro 5 (2 ps) 49cc
2024 (74 reg) | 50 miles
£2,100
Moped | 49cc | 2BHP | Manual | Petrol
Private Seller
Peugeot Django 50 Sport 2T Moped Petrol Automatic (4 ps) 49cc
2019 (69 reg) | 6,087 miles
£500
Moped | 49cc | 4BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Aprilia SXR 50 E5 50cc
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£2,665
Moped | 50cc | Manual | Petrol
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Aprilia SXR 50 E5 50cc
0
£2,665
Moped | 50cc | Manual | Petrol
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AJS Firefox 50 CVT Euro 5 50cc
0
£1,899
Moped | 50cc | 2BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Neco NC-50 50cc
0
£2,899
Moped | 50cc | Manual | Petrol
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Yamasaki F30-R 50cc
0
£1,799
Moped | 50cc | Manual | Petrol
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Honda Vision 110 110cc
2025 (74 reg) | 7,600 miles
£1,650
Moped | 110cc | 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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