(23 Nov 2017, 9:19 pm)MurdnunoC wrote A valid observation. 7474, in my opinion, is a legitimate 'rare and odd' sighting. Not only is the bus is on-loan from Jesmond, it also contains branding for a set of services outside of the immediate locale as well as being an odd vehicle type for the depot in question.
Given its age, it's probably also a last chance for some enthusiasts to experience it, particularly if they aren't able to get up to Tyneside, regularly.