Knaus
Running costs, reliability, and MOT data for 3 models from 207 real MOT tests.
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Avg Pass Rate
97%
Total Tests
207
Models
3
Years Covered
2016-2021
About Knaus Cars
Knaus ranks 8th out of 145 car manufacturers for MOT reliability, with an average pass rate of 97%. That's 15 points above the national average of 82%, making Knaus one of the more dependable brands on UK roads.
With 3 models across 6 years of data (2016 to 2021), there's a narrow spread of just 2 percentage points between models, meaning Knaus reliability is fairly consistent across the range.
Most and Least Reliable Knaus Models
The Sun leads the range with a 98% average pass rate from 84 tests. At the other end, the Unclassified has the lowest at 96%. Overall, more than half of Knaus's models achieve above-average pass rates, which is a good sign for the brand.
Knaus Fuel Types
Knaus models in our data come in 3 diesel variants. Both petrol and diesel options are available across the range.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on most recent year, 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices. Insurance not included.
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All Knaus Models
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| Model | Years | Pass Rate | Tests | Fuel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun | 2 yrs | 98% | 84 | Diesel | |
| Sky | 1 yr | 97% | 73 | Diesel | |
| Unclassified | 1 yr | 96% | 50 | Diesel |
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