Black macbook batter stays at 0% and will not charge. Only 138 cycle count

I have a black macbook I am giving to my son. It will not charge, and only has 138 on the cycle count. I have read discussions and tried updates recommended. I tried updating the SMC, and it said it was successful, but the numbers did not change (not positive it's supposed to). My info is below. This laptop has not been used very much. I do have snow leopard, if installing that might help. I have never had issues with this laptop, other than the internet getting slower. Not sure what else to try. Any help or advice would be appreciated. Thanks.
Battery Information:
Model Information:
Serial Number: DP-ASMB016-36a1-1d50
Manufacturer: DP
Device name: ASMB016
Pack Lot Code: 0002
PCB Lot Code: 0000
Firmware Version: 102a
Hardware Revision: 0500
Cell Revision: 0102
Charge Information:
Charge remaining (mAh): 0
Fully charged: No
Charging: No
Full charge capacity (mAh): 0
Health Information:
Cycle count: 138
Condition: Check Battery
Battery Installed: Yes
Amperage (mA): 49
Voltage (mV): 4040

Many Apple Discussions users, including me, purchase Mac items from Other World Computing ("OWC").
On the web, they're www.macsales.com.
I recently purchased the appropriate NewerTech replacement battery for my 2007 white MacBook from OWC for about 25% less than the new cost from Apple, including shipping.
Of course, if you're in the vicinity of an Apple store or one of the major electronics chains that is an authorized Apple dealer, you can pick an 'original' for retail price. The Apple store is probably more likely to have a black battery to match your black MacBook.

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