The fate of summer moped rentals in Oak Bluffs remains in limbo after attorneys sparred Wednesday in court over whether town regulations amount to an effective ban on mopeds.

Two moped dealers went to court against the town of Oak Bluffs Friday, seeking an immediate order compelling the town to renew their licenses for the summer season.

Oak Bluffs selectmen voted unanimously to turn down a request from moped rental companies for waivers to a requirement for on-site test tracks.

Following months of debate surrounding moped safety and regulation on the Island, the Oak Bluffs selectmen have agreed to consider a home rule petition to ban commercial moped rentals.

Oak Bluffs selectmen took a formal complaint about moped rental companies under advisement Tuesday.

As Oak Bluffs selectmen prepare to hold hearings to review licenses of three rental moped companies, their town counsel has advised that effectively banning moped rentals would violate state law.