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

Latest second hand Mopeds for sale

Neco NC-50 50cc
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£2,399
Moped | 50cc | Manual | Petrol
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Neco NC-50 50cc
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£2,399
Moped | 50cc | Manual | Petrol
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Piaggio Vespa Sprint 50 Justin Bieber Moped Petrol CVT Euro 5 (3 ps) 49cc
2023 (72 reg) | 38 miles
£4,500
Moped | 49cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Yamaha FS1 50 Petrol Manual (3 bhp) 49cc
1991 (H reg) | 13,330 miles
£2,100
Moped | 49cc | 3.3BHP | Manual | Petrol
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Peugeot Kisbee 50 4T Moped Petrol CVT Euro 4 (4 ps) 50cc
2020 (20 reg) | 3,240 miles
£900
Moped | 50cc | 4BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Honda CB125R CBF125NARED (24MY) 124cc
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£4,599
Moped | 124cc | Manual | Petrol
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Piaggio Zip 50 CVT Euro 5 49cc
2023 (73 reg) | 1,400 miles
£1,895
Moped | 49cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Honda Super Cub C125 125cc
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£2,499
Moped | 125cc | 10BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Piaggio Vespa LX 50 Touring Moped Petrol Automatic (4 ps) 50cc
2011 (61 reg) | 20,716 miles
£1,000
Moped | 50cc | 4BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Peugeot Kisbee 50 R 4T Moped Petrol CVT Euro 4 (4 ps) 50cc
2020 (20 reg) | 1,900 miles
£1,500
Moped | 50cc | 4BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Private Seller
Piaggio ET2 50 Petrol Automatic (3 bhp) 49cc
2004 (04 reg) | 16,000 miles
£600
Moped | 49cc | 3.9BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Piaggio Vespa Primavera 50 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 5 (3 ps) 49cc
2021 (21 reg) | 1,500 miles
£2,275
Moped | 49cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Vmoto CU Mini Moped Electric Wheel-hub Engine (1 ps)
2022 (22 reg) | 672 miles
£750
Moped | 1BHP | Automatic | Electric
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Gilera Runner 50 Moped Petrol Automatic 49cc
2008 (58 reg) | 8,500 miles
£900
Moped | 49cc | Automatic | Petrol
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Direct Bike DB 50 QT-11 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 5 (3 ps) 50cc
2025 (25 reg) | 100 miles
£1,600
Moped | 50cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Piaggio Liberty 50 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 5 (3 ps) 49cc
2025 (25 reg) | 5 miles
£2,499
Moped | 49cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Piaggio ET2 49cc
2002 (02 reg) | 9,000 miles
£650
Moped | 49cc | Automatic | Petrol
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BMW CE 02 AM 3.2kw CVT
| 6 miles
£4,995
Moped | 4BHP | Automatic | Electric
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Aprilia SXR 50 Urban Scooter CVT Euro 5 50cc
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£1,999
Moped | 50cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Suzuki Address 110 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 4 (9 ps) 113cc
2020 (70 reg) | 485 miles
£1,400
Moped | 113cc | 9BHP | 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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