Yes it makes a noise like wiper blades I believe you can get a kit [ new bearings ] from mg mania and if your budget will allow also get the up rated wiper mechanism
Also while the motor is off the car drill a small hole in the case at the bottom to let any water that may get in to get out. These is what causes the bearings to fail
BILSTIEN DAMPERS, 4-2-1 MANIFOLD, HEAD WORK BY SABRE.