I don't think Miele's service department will sell you one - they only deal with their service agents for this sort of part. I suspect the service agent will want to do the job, not supply just the part.
Thanks buildersmate,I did come across it somewhere in a repair section but did not note down,I think it was about �45.Will have to try and retrace my steps.
rayman,
sorry for not getting back to you quickly, i forgot.
mates dad is john, phone : 0208 426 6966
you will need the product code / model number.
hope this helps.
anyone else reading this he does most makes of 'hoover' and is dirt cheap.worth a ring.