The Class 701 units have been troublesome to say the least, not yet in service 3 years after their intended introduction. Fortunately the long delay has generated business for GBRf's Class 47s, dragging the errant units around the country. 47727 led 701030 past Worting Junction an 11 July 2022, en route to Ilford EMU Depot as 5Q21, the 07:55 from Eastleigh TRSMD.