The reason why Volvo B10BLE 4852 has not been 'officially' withdrawn is because Scania L94 4935 remains at Deptford.
The reason for this is due to MPD 542 being on loan to Hexham from Deptford, covering for MPD 535 which is VOR due to engine failure. If this vehicle is repaired prior to the end of this month when service AD122 ends until next summer, 4852 will be 'officially withdrawn' too.
Volvo B10BLE 4852 hasn't been allocated to service work for six days as far as I know, and is being held on retention as a last resort reserve, until 4935 arrives from Deptford. As I've said a few times over the past few days, it's as good as withdrawn.
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