The new inspectors won't begin training until next month.
The operator of the NCT says it's recruited more than 50 additional inspectors from the Philippines.
They're due to start training next month, as part of efforts to clear the current backlog.
The next available date offered at a test centre in the midlands is October 25th in Tullamore.
Those looking for a test in Westmeath have to wait until the 26th, while Laois motorists can't get a slot in the Portlaoise test centre until November 1st.
Sinn Féin's Transport Spokesperson, Martin Kenny says extending the test time for younger cars might alleviate pressure:
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