Re: engine wear
A minor leak is not a big concern, but these engines do use oil when you rev them out. If you can still see oil somewhere low on the dipstick, you probably still have a safe amount to at least start the car and idle etc.
I would either add cheap oil to your fill to see if the knocking or clattering subsides. If it does, then spend money on a good oil change. The lifters will make a racket until the oil comes up to temp and re-pressurizes them. Top end always loses oil pressure first in my experience with almost every engine type.
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