Well I grew up in an era when your white goods lasted years, decades sometimes. I dont remember my mum buying a new washing machine in the 15 years I lived at home. Same fridge freezer, same cooker, boiler etc. I remember a few kettles but not as many as me
In the same timeframe but the last 15 years, I've had a new fridge freezer x 2, a new fridge, a new oven and 5 washing machines. I've looked back and I've bought 8 kettles from Amazon since 2003. And I know I bought more instore on occasions.
If white goods lasted longer, it might be worthwhile to fix them. And even then you have to think of the impact on you.
One of my washing machines broke on a bank holiday mid covid. All in it took 17 days to repair (it was in warranty) I dont know many people who can go 17 days without a washer. I hand washed loads because nice weather, not so good in the middle of winter. I asked neighbours and they were all really nice about it, but 17 days is too long for others to do your washing. The launderette was open short hours, I spent as much in the launderette as could have nearly bought a new machine. I think £160. You can buy new for £200.
When the kettle blows, you can use a pan, fridge breaks, cold water or outside if its winter, oven use air fryer, slow cooker, only hob stuff, boiler, blankets and hot water bottles. Or in short, you can wait for these things to be fixed. Not a washing machine.