I had already checked the out-let hose. It was ok!
The machine is 4 years old now and owes me nothing. Perhaps more cost effective to replace it. Parts and labour being what they are.
Thanks for the help and Happy New Year.
Sequence of events.
Wash on reduced time wash. Approx 1 hour later 'active' light flashing. Water not drained!
I remove the sodden clothes and bale out the remaining water.
Run spin cycle to test if machine hasn't died......still alive!!
Run reduced time cycle without clothes or...
Have encountered a problem with above Bosch washing machine. Water does not drain after wash. There is no blockage in out-let hose. The pump impeller rotates and there is no debris/fluff blockage. The spin cycle is working (empty drum chamber) but the machine does sound slightly strained even...