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 Auto Trader, we have the best range of bikes for sale across the UK.

Latest second hand Mopeds for sale

Honda C90 85cc
1989 (G reg) | 16,230 miles
£2,300
Moped | 85cc | Automatic | Petrol
Private Seller
Teyin TY 50 QT-19E Moped Petrol Manual Euro 5 50cc
2025 (75 reg) | 10 miles
£1,900
Moped | 50cc | Manual | Petrol
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Lexmoto Nano 50 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 4 (4 ps) 49cc
2019 (19 reg) | 2,281 miles
£600
Moped | 49cc | 4BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Kymco SUPER 8 Stunning satin Blue and Orange with black contrast graphics CAN RIDE THIS AT 16 YEARS OLD 49cc
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£2,599
Moped | 49cc | Automatic | Petrol
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AJS Digita 50 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 5 (2 ps) 50cc
2025 (25 reg) | 990 miles
£1,100
Moped | 50cc | 2BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Kymco Super 8 R 50 CVT Euro 5 49cc
| 1 miles
£1,899
Moped | 49cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Neco Di Lucio 50 CVT Euro 5 50cc
2022 (22 reg) | 846 miles
£1,199
Moped | 50cc | 2BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Yamaha NEOS
2023 0
£3,100
Moped | Manual | Electric
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Suzuki Address 125 SUZUKI 125cc Scooter 125cc
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£2,099
Moped | 125cc | Automatic | Petrol
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Aprilia SXR 50 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 5 (2 ps) 49cc
2024 (74 reg) | 3,625 miles
£1,899
Moped | 49cc | 2BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Honda C90 85cc
1989 (F reg) | 21,800 miles
£1,950
Moped | 85cc | Manual | Petrol
Private Seller
Piaggio Vespa SXL 125 125cc
2024 (73 reg) | 1 miles
£2,795
Moped | 125cc | Automatic | Petrol
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Zhongneng ZN 50 QT-H Aurora S Moped Petrol CVT Euro 5 (3 ps) 50cc
2023 (73 reg) | 1,180 miles
£1,100
Moped | 50cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Private Seller
Piaggio Vespa LX 50 48cc
2006 (06 reg) | 15,895 miles
£1,250
Moped | 48cc | Automatic | Petrol
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Piaggio Liberty 50 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 5 (3 ps) 49cc
2023 (23 reg) | 516 miles
£1,595
Moped | 49cc | 3BHP | Automatic | Petrol
Private Seller
Mash Motorcycles Fifty 50 Moped Petrol Manual Euro 5 (2 ps) 49cc
2022 (22 reg) | 3,272 miles
£699
Moped | 49cc | 2BHP | Manual | Petrol
Private Seller
Honda Super Cub C125 125cc
| 1 miles
£3,999
Moped | 125cc | 10BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Piaggio Vespa Primavera 50 2T CVT 49cc
2017 (17 reg) | 6,774 miles
£1,999
Moped | 49cc | 4BHP | Automatic | Petrol
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Honda Camino 49cc
1980 (V reg) | 2,781 miles
£600
Moped | 49cc | Automatic | Petrol
Private Seller
Piaggio Zip 50 Moped Petrol CVT Euro 5 (3 ps) 49cc
2022 (72 reg) | 3,960 miles
£1,000
Moped | 49cc | 3BHP | 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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