As promised.
From the MVSA (Motor Vehicle Standards Agency) logbook
250W LPM
250 Watt Low Powered Moped. This is a sub-group of Low Powered Moped that meets
the criteria laid down in the Electrically Assisted Pedal Cycle Regulations 1983 (SI
1983 No. 1168) as amended by SI 2015 No. 24. The requirements are that the vehicle:
Be fitted with pedals by means of which it is capable of being propelled.
Be fitted with no motor other than an electric motor, which has a maximum
continuous rated power, which does not exceed 250 watts and cannot propel
the vehicle when it is travelling at more than 15.5 mph. (Note: the official speed
is 25 km/h, MSVA will accept declarations up to and including 16 mph as per
low powered mopeds).
These vehicles will be required to meet the standards applied to Low Powered Mopeds
except where specified.
Go to
https://www.gov.uk/vehicle-approval/motorcycle-single-vehicle-approval
Fill in the forms and search for your most local service centre, and fill in the form. Call the centre pay your £55.00 and they will give you an appointment date and time to take your bike in. The test takes about 1 hour.
You will be issued with this certificate.
All the best, David