I use my waterproof-breathable gear quite a bit ... I'm in it on every ride probably 6 months out of every year.
I got my first waterproof-breathable jacket after the Paris-Brest-Paris in 2003. I had worn an inexpensive jacket on that event and truly regretted that decision! Last year ... after about 13 years of use, I decided that my trusty waterproof-breathable jacket was probably nearing its last legs. It was starting to let water in on the sleeves. Evidently there is something I can do to rectify that situation, but I haven't done it yet. Instead, I got a new waterproof-breathable jacket which I've been wearing for the past year.
I have another lightweight waterproof-breathable jacket which I've been using in more summer-like rain conditions since 2011. It's still holding up well.