The short version
- Typical range: £80 – £300
- Biggest single factor: condition — see the table below
- Category: Kitchen & Appliances
- Cost to sell on WishThrift: nothing, at any price
What a used washing machine is worth by condition
Condition does more to the price than anything else. These figures are worked from the top of the range for washing machines, so treat them as a starting point and adjust for the specifics of yours.
| Condition | Typical price | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | £300 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | £255 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | £195 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | £135 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | £75 | Not working or incomplete, sold as seen |
These are the five grades WishThrift listings use, and sellers set the grade themselves — see what each condition grade means. Figures are shown in pounds as a reference point. On WishThrift prices display in your own currency, and sellers set their own asking price.
What raises the value of a washing machine
- A drum with no bearing rumble on the spin cycle
- Recent purchase with proof of age
- Higher spin speeds and larger drum capacities
- Original hoses and any remaining warranty
What lowers it
- Bearing noise, which effectively ends the machine’s life
- Door seal mould, which buyers see immediately
- Error codes on any cycle
- Ground-floor-only access, which limits who can collect
How to work out what yours is worth
- Run a full spin cycle and listen for rumbling or grinding
- Note the model number from the door frame or rear panel
- Check the door seal and drum for mould and limescale
Once you have those three answers you can place your own washing machine on the table above with reasonable confidence. If it sits between two rows, price it toward the lower one — items priced honestly sell faster than items priced hopefully.
Ready to sell it? Listing on WishThrift is free, there is no commission, and you keep the full amount you agree with the buyer — see how selling works or create a free account.
Frequently asked questions
Is a used washing machine worth selling?
Yes, if it works properly. Working machines sell quickly because the new price is high, though the sums are modest.
What is the most common fault buyers ask about?
Drum bearings. A rumbling spin cycle signals an expensive repair, so demonstrate a clean spin if yours is fine.
Who arranges collection for a washing machine?
Almost always the buyer. Say in the listing whether it is upstairs and whether you can help lift it.
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