By April 1993, a number had been withdrawn and partially stripped with 31 in service or under repair. Following a decision by National Rail to use diesel locomotives on its services over the electrified network, the need for electric locomotives decreased.
By April 1993, a certain quantity of locomotives had been removed and partially dismantled with 31 in operation or undergoing repairs. Following National Rail's choice to employ diesel-electric locomotives on its services over electrified tracks, the necessity for electric locomotives diminished.