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I got back what I'd paid in PPI, plus interest at 8%.

One of mine was from 2000.

I managed to dig out the paperwork and it was detailed on there, forming part of the repayments. Although both loans were a long time ago, I don't remember the insurance ever been offered as optional, it was just included as standard.

I think it really varies from company to company. I've made two claims, sending identical letters to each of them. The first lot, Citi Financial, made me complete a lengthy questionnaire before taking forever to finally issue a cheque (after I'd got on to the ombudsman). Santander on the other...

If you're sure you've got a claim, go to the ombudsman. online PPI resource

One of the companies I claimed from were dragging their heels. I wrote to the ombudsman myself, and hey presto a cheque arrived within days.

DON'T use a third party company, they'll fleece you for at least 10% of any claim as well as take forever. Write a letter yourself, something like this: Re account number: Dear Sir/Madam After having consulted a financial advisor, I wish to make a claim for mis-sold Payment Protection...