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2011 Volkswagen Golf Light issue over bumps

Tiny
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  • 2011 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
  • 1.4L
  • FWD
  • MANUAL
  • 33,000 MILES
One of my rear lights regularly switches off when I drive over bumps. A swift bang with the side of my hand makes the light come back on. The dash warning light indicates a dead bulb - and it goes out when I 'fix' the issue with my fist !
I've removed the plastic bulb housing but can't see anything which appears to be loose. I've also noticed that there are actually two bulbs which go out in the same housing, suggesting it's not a faulty bulb.
Would anyone know what specifically might be causing this please?
Thank you.

2011 Golf 'Twist' 1.4 (Mk6)
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Monday, October 6th, 2014 AT 8:51 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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The bulb socket is loosing connection, try to remove the bulb in question and inspect the contacts the bulb uses to operate, this article has some good info, check it out and get back to me. Thanks for using 2Carpros.com

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/no-tail-lights-exterior-running-lights-tail-lights-out
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Wednesday, October 8th, 2014 AT 9:17 PM

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