What's the lifespan of a GE washing machine?

The lifespan of a GE washing machine is 10 to 12 years with normal residential use and proper maintenance, which is near industry average for washing machines of 10 to 13 years and similar to Whirlpool washers. Models like GTW465ASNWW top-load, GTW720BSNWS top-load, and GFW650SSNWW front-load average 10 to 12 years because they use standard motors, drain pumps, and control boards designed for 3 to 5 loads per week. Lifespan depends heavily on usage frequency, maintenance, water hardness, and load size. A family running 8 to 10 loads per week will wear out suspension rods, drain pump, and bearings faster at 8 to 10 years than household running 3 to 4 loads per week that may last 12 to 13 years. Hard water causes mineral scale on inlet valves. Overloading beyond 3/4 full strains motor and suspension. To maximize lifespan of GE washing machine, clean drain pump filter monthly at bottom front for front-load or check coin trap, clean inlet valve screens yearly behind washer to prevent F8E1 error, use correct HE detergent dose to prevent suds buildup that damages pump, leave door open after wash to dry and prevent mold in gasket, and run Affresh cleaning cycle monthly to remove detergent residue. First parts needing replacement are usually drain pump after 4 to 6 years at 30 to 70 dollars and inlet valve at 20 to 40 dollars.