I'm far from a SCOOTER mechanic but it seems as if you have a belt problem. Either in the size or the tension.
As far as the fuel goes-old or new gas will make a Hell of a difference. I have even seen a motorcycle that the owner couldn't start. He finally put in NEW gas & it started right up!
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