Why wont my car start if left for more than a few days without being started?

Tiny
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I have a VW Golf 1.6 16v. I am having trouble with my electrics. I recently returned from a 6 day break away from home without my car. My dad tried to start the car on the 5th day away but it would not start. I had to use jump leads to get it started. This has happened before during shorter periods away without using the car.
Thursday, February 16th, 2012 AT 8:05 PM

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Tiny
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I forgot to say I only just replaced he battery in october last year
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Thursday, February 16th, 2012 AT 8:15 PM
Tiny
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You need to check for electrical draws on the battery. Go to our homepage under the DIY section for directions.
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Thursday, February 16th, 2012 AT 8:23 PM
Tiny
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Ok thanks
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Thursday, February 16th, 2012 AT 8:25 PM
Tiny
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Glad to help.
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Thursday, February 16th, 2012 AT 8:26 PM

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