I have the older green version of this vacuum . I have have it for eight year but two of those year it be in storage and then to be honest I do not use it often . I have a baby now that be just begin to crawl so I have start vacuum at least twice a week . about two week ago I notice a whining noise and click come from the motor ... we take it apart like we do every so often to clear out debris and there be nothing stick , the vacuum be go out . it have start not pick up . pro : good for the price suck well . con : hard to clean , attachment do not sit in attachment slot , handle be too low for taller people , heave , and not vary maneuverable , short hose\/cord , hard floor\/high adjustment down to low , release lever stick and not good for hard floor ie hardwood \/ tile\/linoleum . if you be on a limited budget this be the best vacuum for the price . we be lucky enough to be replace it with the Miele twist !