Manchestee Metrolink. Vehicle Enquiry

[Boden1953]

Good evening everyone.
Since moving to Manchester to be near my grandchildren after retirement a few years ago I have been slowly working through photographing the Metrolink Fleet, however some are proving elusive.
Would anyone be able to tell me if the following vehicles are operational or if its a case of bad luck on my part that I have not caught them yet.

3005, 3015, 3027, 3065, 3099 (I understand this is under repair but confirmation would be appreciated) and 3119.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.
It's so frustrating with only a few vehicles left to go!


Thanks, Jim.

 

[Techniquest]

3027 has been out of action for a significant amount of time, I've forgot what exactly it's sat on depot for right now though. It's my last of the original M5000s I want for a ride, hence my interest. I was hoping it would be back by now, or maybe I'm having a moment and it's due back out later this year.

We do have a very knowledgeable member on here when it comes to Metrolink. I'd tag him in this post, but while I can remember his avatar his username escapes my memory right now!

 

[Mothball]

5, 15 and 65 are long term stopped at Trafford for various reasons, don't expect them back anytime soon. 27 and 99 have been stopped at Queens Road for collision repairs for a good while.

 

[507 001]

As Mothball says, they’re all stoppers. 15 and 65 haven’t been stopped for very long. Can’t remember the last time I had 5, and both 27 and 99 are getting on for three years out of traffic.

 

[Rail Ranger]

The British Trams Online website is a good source of information re which Metrolink trams are in service (including new arrivals).