I just want to point out that what was actually needed was a repair. We're all so conditioned to think broken things must be replaced, it's easy to forget you should at least consider a repair first.
If it isn't the brushes then it is likely the control module - this is often so expensive to source new (and can be pricey 2nd hand) that there isn't much point in replacing.
My dishwasher needed a new board, and despite only being 5 years old, the manufacturer wanted 80% of the cost of a new machine. Even on the grey market I couldn't find a good price, and going 2nd hand didn't turn up the parts I needed. Was very sad to scrap such a new piece of hardware.
Plus you probably get new features out of your newer machine.
Of course if your washer is only couple years old repairing is the way to go.