Oddly enough, it's not uncommon for a perfectly good dishwasher to break from non-use.

Yep, that's right!

Use your dishwasher! Lack of use causes the motor to freeze. Often singles or young couples don't cook at home frequently, so the use of the dishwasher isn't practical. We recommend property owners advise their renters to use the dishwasher at least once a week to keep the motor from seizing up.