| The act of buying a second-hand moped can be very | | | | cold.Look to see if this moped may have been in an |
| exciting. There's lots to select from and it can all get a | | | | accident. |
| little confusing. A important thing to know is, if you are | | | | Do not arrange to catch up people in bizarre places. |
| 16 then you are able to only get a 50cc moped. If you | | | | There are some reasons why - They might be |
| are 17 you're able to obtain a 125cc. If you make a | | | | expecting you to have money on you and they could |
| decision to purchase a second-hand one then there | | | | be trying to hock the moped anonymously. I do not |
| quite a few things that you need to do when looking. | | | | recommend carrying cash on you and you should |
| Firstly, mopeds more than two years require a MOT. | | | | meet at the persons place of residence. If you are |
| Check for evidence of a MOT. The next thing is you | | | | confident that the vehicle is good and is not theived, |
| could ask for evidence of ownership. A receipt of first | | | | then go and get the money. Obtain the identification of |
| purchase would be good. Something you don't need is | | | | the advertiser if you can. |
| the police banging on the front door and taking the | | | | Whilst purchasing a used moped has the upside of |
| vehicle away. | | | | costing less than a new one, there are many |
| Mopeds do wear and so must have regular | | | | downsides as previously mentioned. As always if |
| maintenance. The prior owner should produce | | | | things seem too good to be real then its a good |
| evidence of maintenance. It is a good idea to take a | | | | chance it is. So, if person shows you a 800 quid |
| closer look at the vehicle yourself. Ensure the tyres | | | | moped for 300 and it is obviously in great order, then |
| have enough tread and that the brakes aren't worn. | | | | its a good chance something is wrong and you should |
| Look about it's engine to ensure that there aren't oil | | | | be careful. |
| leaks. | | | | Be smart and all will work out wonderful so that you |
| Before they start the engine try and see it is hot. | | | | can enjoy many hours of reliable and safe commuting. |
| Sometimes engines fire up when hot but not when | | | | |