5523, as an interpretation vehicle to travel with the locomotive, had been successful. As part of the joint bid, it was agreed that, once restoration is completed, the locomotive will be based at Kirkby Stephen East and become the project's flagship locomotive.
The effectiveness of 5523 as a vehicle accompanying the locomotive was evident. In the joint bid agreement, it was stipulated that after restoration is completed, the locomotive will be stationed at Kirkby Stephen East and become the leading locomotive for the project.