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

Latest second hand Mopeds for sale

Peugeot Speedfight 50 Sportline Moped Petrol CVT Euro 5 (3 ps) 50cc
2022 (72 reg) | 303 miles
£2,200
Moped | 50cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Suzuki Address 110 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 4 (9 ps) 113cc
2020 (70 reg) | 8,838 miles
£1,550
Moped | 113cc | 9BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Honda MONKEY Z125MASED (25MYM) 125cc
0
£4,199
Moped | 125cc | Manual | Petrol
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Honda MONKEY Z125MASED (25MYM)
| 1 miles
£4,199
Moped | Manual | Petrol
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MGB Fantasy 50 TWIST AND GO 50cc - HPI CLEAR COMES WITH NEW MOT AND WARRANTY 50cc
2024 (24 reg) | 2,333 miles
£1,490
Moped | 50cc | 2BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Piaggio NRG 50 DD Moped Petrol CVT (4 ps) 49cc
2018 (18 reg) | 11,650 miles
£1,400
Moped | 49cc | 4BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Lexmoto Scout 49 Moped Petrol CVT (3 ps) 49cc
2015 (15 reg) | 9,000 miles
£550
Moped | 49cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Peugeot Streetzone 50 CVT Euro 5 50cc
2024 (74 reg) | 1,025 miles
£1,999
Moped | 50cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Peugeot Kisbee 50 CVT Euro 5 49cc
2025 (25 reg) | 1,425 miles
£1,999
Moped | 49cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Piaggio Vespa LX 50 Touring Moped Petrol Automatic (4 ps) 50cc
2011 (11 reg) | 4,300 miles
£950
Moped | 50cc | 4BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Piaggio Vespa LX 50 Touring Moped Petrol Automatic (4 ps) 50cc
2007 (07 reg) | 85,305 miles
£1,000
Moped | 50cc | 4BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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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
Private Seller
Peugeot Kisbee 50 4T Moped Petrol CVT Euro 4 (4 ps) 50cc
2020 (20 reg) | 3,240 miles
£850
Moped | 50cc | 4BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Honda DAX 125 ST125ASED (25MY) 125cc
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£3,899
Moped | 125cc | 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
2019 (19 reg) 0
£2,499
Moped | 125cc | 10BHP | 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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