I bought mine in October 2010 *** 217. In October 2011 I changed the hose handle 29 which has broken net. 2 years later, in March 2013 I changed again the hose handle 22 broken in one place. Thence in May 2013 it is the brush which has just broken at the mobile tube to the base of the brush is 28. I think it's because of the passages on carpets with strong suction, he began to be in the game and there it broke. After 3 years it going, but the handle should have a manufacturing defect. It is expensive these accessories but I admit that his aspiration suits me perfectly. I have a large dog and two indoor cats with short and long hair and the carpet is ruthless, it sucks perfectly! He follows me effortlessly and cable length is top. Buy large bags of equivalent cheaper and nearly as good surface. It is not noisy and very convenient for its price but the accessories are to be reviewed. Depending on use they may take longer if you do not have carpets or rugs but no pets ;-) I recommend it anyway, because except for accessories, it's great!