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

2001 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
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WOLFY18
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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.
Feb 16, 2012 at 8:05 PM
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WOLFY18
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i forgot to say i only just replaced he battery in october last year
Feb 16, 2012 at 8:15 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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You need to check for electrical draws on the battery. Go to our homepage under the DIY section for directions.
Feb 16, 2012 at 8:23 PM
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WOLFY18
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ok thanks
Feb 16, 2012 at 8:25 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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glad to help.
Feb 16, 2012 at 8:26 PM
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