Knaus Sun
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 2 years from 84 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
98%
Total Tests
84
Best Year
2017 (98%)
Years Covered
2
About the Knaus Sun
The Knaus Sun has been tested 84 times in 2026 MOT data across 2 model years (2016 to 2017), with an average pass rate of 98%. That's comfortably above the national average of 82%, making it a reliable choice. Available as diesel.
Best and Worst Years
The 2017 model is the most reliable with a 98% pass rate from 48 tests. The 2016 model has the lowest at 97%. With just a 1 point spread, the Sun is consistently reliable regardless of year.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2016) averages 29,357 miles, while the newest (2017) averages 26,390 miles.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Knaus Sun by Year
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