Is it worth fixing a 20-year old Kenmore (Whirlpool) direct drive washer that won’t spin or pump out?

Paul wrote:

I have a Kenmore model 110.82873120 (20 years old) that will agitate but will not pump water out of tub or spin. Is it worth repairing?

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Part link to the lid switch with how-to video ==> http://www.repairclinic.com/PartDetail/Door-Switch/279347/3406?modelNumber=110.82873120