In article , John
writes
In 28 years I am only on my second Indesit. I have just replaced the motor
brushes after 14 years. We have two children - both go horse riding and so
we have washed all the baby things (20 years ago) and are still doing loads
of washing.

I agree with the advice to go for a simple machine. Ensure the feet are
really well adjusted. Avoid extended warranties. Avoid washer/ dryer
combinations.

If has a serious problem - get rid and buy a new one (after trying some
switch cleaner on the programmer)

I think that Which-type results are a bit suspect. People who buy more
costly appliances tend to get very defensive about them. A bit like Volvo
drivers saying how reliable the cars are - but they forget how much they
spend on services (or VW - or others) (or that really expensive Vacuum
cleaner that needs you to take out a mortgage)


Actually we've got a Volvo 850 estate and its never been a moments
trouble. Done 135 K miles and the engine sounds like its just been run
in. And it no longer goes to main dealers since they were bought out by
another lot. A local mechanic looks after it and its tickety boo. Still
got that very solid feel about it too.

Oh, just remembered the vacuum cleaner is a miele too!......
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Tony Sayer