Ford BMAX immobilizer issue

My 2012 Ford BMAX, gasoline engine, won't start. It's got about 90k on the clock. Sometimes it'll fire up for a second and then die. The dashboard is showing a security light, and I'm guessing it's something to do with the immobilizer. I've tried the spare key, same thing. Any ideas before I phone the dealer?

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Sounds like an immobilizer fault. Had something similar happen with my old Vauxhall Astra, different engine though. Does the security light flash a certain pattern, or is it just constantly on?

The security light just stays on solid, doesn't flash or anything. Does that mean anything to you?

Solid light usually indicates the key isn't being recognized correctly. It's likely the programming of the key has gone wonky. Best bet is to get it hooked up to diagnostics at a workshop. They should be able to reprogram the key for you.

Took it to a local garage, turns out you were spot on. Key needed reprogramming. Cost me 45€, all sorted now!

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