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

Latest second hand Mopeds for sale

Vmoto CUx Moped Electric Automatic (4 ps)
2020 (70 reg) | 3,483 miles
£949
Moped | 4BHP | Automatic | Electric
Private Seller
Aprilia RS4 50 50cc
2016 (16 reg) | 26,786 miles
£2,250
Moped | 50cc | Manual | Petrol
Private Seller
Piaggio Liberty 50 CVT Euro 4 50cc
2019 (69 reg) | 292 miles
£1,399
Moped | 50cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Trade Seller(5)
Suzuki Address 110 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 4 (9 ps) 113cc
2020 (70 reg) | 7,362 miles
£1,400
Moped | 113cc | 9BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Private Seller
Piaggio Vespa Primavera 50 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 5 (3 ps) 49cc
2023 (73 reg) | 1,900 miles
£2,000
Moped | 49cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Private Seller
Piaggio Vespa Primavera 50 CVT Euro 5 49cc
2025 (75 reg) | 16 miles
£3,299
Moped | 49cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Trade Seller
Neco Dinno 50 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 5 (2 ps) 50cc
2023 (73 reg) | 3,600 miles
£900
Moped | 50cc | 2BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Private Seller
Qjmotor QJMOTO LTS 50 S 50cc
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£1,699
Moped | 50cc | Automatic | Petrol
Trade Seller(5)
AJS Barletta 50 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 5 (2 ps) 50cc
2025 (25 reg) | 1,422 miles
£1,575
Moped | 50cc | 2BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Private Seller
Piaggio Vespa Primavera 50 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 5 (3 ps) 49cc
2023 (23 reg) | 800 miles
£2,500
Moped | 49cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Private Seller
Vmoto CUx Automatic Electric Moped
2025 (75 reg) | 3 miles
£1,290
Moped | 4BHP | Automatic | Electric
Trade Seller(5)
Suzuki Address UK 110 NM L9 113cc
2018 (68 reg) | 4,976 miles
£1,598
Moped | 113cc | 9BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Trade Seller(5)
Artisan EV1200
2017 (17 reg) | 858 miles
£550
Moped | Automatic | Electric
Private Seller
Piaggio Liberty 50 CVT Euro 5 49cc
2023 (73 reg) | 700 miles
£1,450
Moped | 49cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Trade Seller
Gavrix Ferry 50 CVT Euro 5 50cc
0
£1,199
Moped | 50cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Trade Seller
Aprilia SXR 50 Moped Petrol Automatic Euro 5 (2 ps) 49cc
2024 (24 reg) | 2,450 miles
£1,750
Moped | 49cc | 2BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Private Seller
Teyin TY 50 QT-5E Moped Petrol Manual Euro 5 (3 ps) 50cc
2025 (75 reg) | 39 miles
£900
Moped | 50cc | 2BHP | Manual | Petrol
Private Seller
Keeway Fact 50 Evo 49cc
| 1 miles
£1,995
Moped | 49cc | 4BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Trade Seller(4)
Aprilia SXR 50 Moped Petrol Automatic Euro 5 (2 ps) 49cc
2023 (23 reg) | 5,413 miles
£1,500
Moped | 49cc | 2BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Private Seller
Suzuki Address 110 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 4 (9 ps) 113cc
2019 (19 reg) | 10,321 miles
£1,200
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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