Did you buy it new ? It sounds like the motor brushes are worn out (cheap and fairly simple to replace), but they should last 5 or more years normally. Buy a pair of brushes from ebay.
Vince
March 2011
Automatic Answer
We may have found other answers which could help you.
howtomendit.com for free repair help, information and advice.
Try fixfault.com to fix washing machines.