This is our second Bosch Dishwasher the first lasted 16 plus years, used at least once per day, sometimes twice if we were entertaining. The trays and cutlery basket were jaded but not broken. The shade of white 16 years ago was not the high gloss of todays model. We wanted to finish our new kitchen to high standard. As we felt we previously had great value for our money we didn't begrudge buying a quality product with a complimentary 5 year guarantee, courtesy our 5 star membership.