If it is a many years old laptop (which appears it is from the model number), the battery probably needs a replacement. The laptop batteries (and for that matter any rechargeable batteries) slowly loose their charge holding capacity).
A battery that won't hold a charge has a dead cell and must be replaced. This is assuming there is not something on that is pulling power from the battery.
Depends on the condition of the battery. Most will hold a charge for at least 6 months if they are not connected to anything.
Battery is getting old and will not hold a charge or there is a drain on it. Battery is getting old and will not hold a charge or there is a drain on it.
I assume you mean if it is stored. It depend on the battery and what condition it is in. A good auto battery will hold it's charge for at least 6 months.
Yes, it will hold it's charge for at least 6 months in storage if it is a very good battery to start with.
Batteries charge nothing they hold a charge.
bad battery
Remove the negative cable over night. If it does not hold a charge, the battery has a dead cell and needs replacing. If it does hold a charge but will not when the negative cable is connected you have something on that is drawing power from the battery. Some light or a relay is stuck.
The battery brand itself doesn't matter. It depends on how much charge the battery can hold. A good way to improve battery life is to charge it only when your phone is down to the last bar . Don't charge it unnecessary.
replace it
Pull the tops of the battery off and pour sterilized water in he open ports. Then charge the battery as normal. If it doesn't hold the charge then you need to replace the battery.
When the battery will no longer hold a charge. The guys at the parts store can check it for you.