What are signs of a dying washing machine?

Signs of a dying washing machine include excessive noise, vibration, leaks, poor cleaning, and frequent error codes. The most obvious sign is loud banging, grinding, or squealing noises during spin cycle, which indicates failing drum bearings, worn drive belt, or broken shock absorbers that cost 250 to 500 dollars to replace. Second, excessive vibration or walking where washer moves across floor, indicating worn suspension rods or unbalanced drum. Third, water leaks from underneath, door, or hoses, suggesting failed water inlet valve, drain pump seal, or tub crack. Fourth, clothes not coming out clean or still soapy, indicating weak agitation, failed water inlet valve not filling properly, or drain pump not draining fully. Fifth, water not draining or washer not spinning, with clothes soaking wet at end, often due to clogged drain pump filter, failed lid switch, or motor control board failure. Sixth, burning smell or electrical smell from overheating motor or belt slipping. Seventh, frequent error codes like F9E1, F8E1, or LD for Whirlpool, requiring constant resets. Eighth, age over 8 to 10 years with two repairs in past year. Ninth, rust on drum or cabinet indicating internal corrosion. If repair costs exceed 50 percent of replacement cost of 600 to 1,200 dollars, replacement is more economical. Regular cleaning of filter and not overloading extends life.