Who Qualifies for a PCP or HP Commission Claim?

Who Qualifies for a PCP or HP Commission Claim?

If you entered a PCP (Personal Contract Purchase) or HP (Hire Purchase) agreement in the UK between 2007 and January 2021, you might be eligible for a commission claim. Many now realise their dealer inflated their APR using a hidden commission scheme called a Discretionary Commission Arrangement (DCA)—without telling them. As a result, you may have overpaid by hundreds or even thousands of pounds.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through:

  • What qualifies as a PCP or HP commission claim
  • Who is eligible to claim
  • A step‑by‑step claim process, from DIY to expert assistance
  • Typical refund amounts
  • Real success stories to build trust
  • Frequently asked questions & “how‑to” guidance
  • A powerful Call‑to‑Action to start your journey

What Is a PCP or HP Commission Claim?

A commission claim challenges the hidden profit—commission—that dealers earned by inflating your APR. Whenever your interest rate was increased beyond the lender’s base rate, the dealer kept the margin without telling you. Under current rules, this practice is unlawful unless full disclosure was provided at the point of sale.

A claim seeks to recover:

  • Overpaid interest due to inflated APR
  • Any hidden broker or admin fees
  • 8% statutory interest on the refund

If your agreement was arranged through a dealer or broker and wasn't transparent, you may qualify to reclaim.

Who Exactly Qualifies?

Time Frame

You must have signed the agreement between 2007 and January 2021, when DCAs were commonly used.

Agreement Type

Your deal must be either PCP or HP. Other finance types (e.g., personal loans) are not eligible.

Sale Channel

The agreement must have been arranged via a dealer or broker, not directly through a bank or online lender.

Lack of Disclosure

You should not have been informed—verbally or in writing—about the dealer’s commission being factored into your APR.

Signs of Overpayment

Red flags include unusually high APR, inflated final payments, or admin fees you didn’t expect.

If all five apply to your finance agreement, you very likely qualify for a claim with strong chances of success.

Why So Many UK Drivers Are Affected

  • Dealers had full control over the APR under DCAs
  • Most customers weren’t told deals included commission‑driven mark‑ups
  • FCA research indicates up to 40% of agreements in that period may have been mis‑sold
  • Prior to January 2021, regulation didn’t require commission disclosure

It’s easily one of the biggest consumer finance scandals since PPI.

Step‑by‑Step Claim Process

You can either go the DIY route or use our expert services at PCP Recovery. Here’s what both look like:

1. Free Eligibility Check

Complete our quick online form based on your finance type, year, and seller. No need for paperwork.

2. Document Retrieval

We’ll request your contract from the lender—you don’t need to dig it out. Easy.

3. APR & Fee Analysis

Our FCA‑qualified team compares your APR and fees against baseline rates, flagging discrepancies.

4. Submit FCA‑Compliant Complaint

We draft a professional complaint letter and send it to your lender.

5. Enter Negotiation

We press for full redress, including statutory interest.

6. Refund Received

Once accepted, funds transfer to your account. You pay our success fee only on success—no-win, no-fee.

DIY vs Expert Assistance

Feature

DIY

PCP Recovery (Expert)

Eligibility

Use public tools, do research

Free checker + expert insight

Document retrieval

DIY or lender request

We handle it

Interest / APR analysis

User calculates overpayment

FCA-approved tools + pinpoint accuracy

Complaint drafting

DIY letter templates

Professionally crafted, FCA-compliant

Negotiation

User negotiates

Experts negotiate for maximum settlement

Time & effort

Weeks of legwork

Minimal user effort, full support

Risk

Zero money upfront, more time-loss

No-win, no-fee; you only pay after success

Most choose our service for speed, ease, and better outcomes—without cost unless you win.

 


Typical Refund Ranges

Compensation varies based on loan amount, APR inflation, and fees:

  • Single PCP deal: £800–£1,800
  • Single HP deal: £500–£1,200
  • Multiple finance agreements: £1,500–£3,500+

These include statutory interest and hidden fees. You could recover thousands.

Call to Action: Start Your Claim Now

Don’t let hidden dealer commissions go unchallenged. If you took out PCP or HP between 2007–2021, you may be owed money.

Start your free eligibility check now or book a no-obligation consultation with our expert team.
You already paid—now it’s time to claim.
All on a no-win, no-fee basis—risk-free and backed by FCA compliance.

FAQs to Boost Search Visibility

Q: Can I claim if I don’t have a copy of the agreement?
A: Absolutely—we obtain it directly from your lender using just your name and vehicle info.

Q: What if the car is long gone or paid off?
A: You can still claim. It’s about the finance terms, not the vehicle itself.

Q: Is my credit score affected?
A: No. These are compensation claims, not loan applications, and don’t affect credit files.

Q: How long will it take?
A: Most claims resolve in 6–12 weeks. More complex cases may take longer.

Q: Do all cases get money back?
A: Not always—but with no-win, no-fee, you take zero financial risk.

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I understand that in order to verify my eligibility a soft credit check will be performed through our provider, Valid8 Ltd or Valifi Ltd, which will not affect my credit score. I consent to PCP Recovery Solicitors sending a Letter of Complaint to the lenders to determine if my agreements were mis-sold and to present my claim. PCP Recovery has been provided with a copy of your electronic signature which will be applied to the Terms and Conditions and Letter of Authority. You also consent for your electronic signature being used on a Financial Ombudsman Service complaint form, if necessary.

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