yes, but you really need to plan ahead. watch the weather reports and if it is going to rain you are out of luck. my advice is to send it to somewhere sunny i.e.californa haha
For S reg yr 1996 Could be electrics or mechanical. For me it is mechanical - Ball joint come apart due to Socket worn out. Now trying to find a way to fix rather than visit scrap yard to find whole...
wiper stalk fault, or motor problem, as the stalk fault is more common on all cars compared to motor failure i would sugest getting a replacement from your local breakers, its an easy diy job to fit